Private Sector Housing Officer - Surrey
£50 per hour
Initial 6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working
Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a Local Authority in Surrey that is looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month interim contract.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced PSH professional looking to join an extremely collaborative and supportive team, with a varied caseload covering HHSRS, HMO licensing and general Private Sector Housing duties.
The role could particularly appeal to officers currently working within busy London Boroughs who are looking for a change of environment, while still maintaining a strong and varied enforcement caseload.
Responsibilities
- Carry out HHSRS inspections across privately rented properties.
- Investigate complaints relating to housing conditions, hazards and disrepair.
- Carry out disrepair inspections and determine appropriate remedial or enforcement action.
- Undertake HMO inspections and licensing work.
- Identify and assess Category 1 and Category 2 hazards.
- Manage general Private Sector Housing enforcement cases from inspection through to resolution.
- Prepare and serve statutory notices where required.
- Handle complaints from tenants, landlords and other relevant parties.
- Undertake Public Health Act burials as and when required.
- Provide advice and guidance to landlords, tenants and other stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate case records, inspection notes and enforcement documentation.
- Work closely with colleagues across a highly collaborative Housing and Environmental Health team.
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 and disrepair inspections"k>
- Complaint investigation
- Statutory notices
- Landlord and tenant legislation
The role offers hybrid working, with office and site attendance required alongside home working.
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Private Sector Housing Officer in East Horsley employer: Park Avenue Recruitment
Join a dedicated housing provider that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions directly impact residents' lives. With hybrid working arrangements and a focus on continuous improvement, this role as a Repairs Complaints Resolutions Officer not only allows you to develop your skills in complaint management but also provides opportunities for meaningful engagement with the community. Enjoy a collaborative environment that values your expertise and encourages innovative solutions to enhance service delivery.
