At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect properties, investigate complaints, and enforce housing standards.
- Company: Local Authority in Surrey with a focus on community welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and valuable experience.
- Other info: Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension.
- Why this job: Make a difference in housing standards and help improve living conditions.
- Qualifications: Experience in housing standards, environmental health, or housing enforcement.
The predicted salary is between 45 - 50 £ per hour.
- Housing Standards Officer / Private Sector Housing Officer - Surrey
- 45- 50 per hour (DOE)
Initial 3-Month Contract
Hybrid Working - Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a Local Authority in
Surrey that is looking for an experienced Housing Standards Officer / Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on an initial 3-month interim contract.
This opportunity would suit someone with experience in Housing Standards, Private Sector Housing, Environmental Health or Housing Enforcement who is looking for their next interim role in Surrey.
Responsibilities
As a Housing Standards Officer you will
- Carry out HHSRS inspections across privately rented properties.
- Investigate complaints relating to housing conditions, hazards and disrepair.
- Inspect HMOs and assess compliance with relevant housing legislation and licensing conditions.
- Identify and assess Category 1 and Category 2 hazards.
- Prepare and serve statutory notices, including Improvement Notices and Prohibition Orders.
- Take appropriate enforcement action in relation to Private Sector Housing matters.
- Investigate illegal eviction and harassment cases where required.
- Prepare evidence, statements and case files for prosecution and tribunal proceedings.
- Provide clear advice and guidance to landlords, tenants and other stakeholders.
- Manage a varied Housing Standards / Private Sector Housing caseload from inspection through to resolution.
- Maintain accurate case records and enforcement documentation.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Housing, Environmental Health and other Council services.
Relevant knowledge and practical experience
- Housing Act 2004
- Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
- HMO inspections and licensing
- Private Sector Housing enforcement
- Housing standards inspections
- Statutory notices
- Evidence gathering
- Landlord and tenant legislation
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Housing Standards Officer employer: Construction
Join a forward-thinking Local Authority in Surrey as a Housing Standards Officer, where you will play a vital role in ensuring safe and compliant housing for the community. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth, with opportunities to enhance your skills in housing standards and enforcement. With hybrid working arrangements and a focus on employee well-being, this position offers a meaningful and rewarding career path in a vibrant location.
