At a Glance
- Tasks: Help bring empty properties back to life and support community regeneration.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on improving housing standards.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and make a real difference in your community.
- Other info: This is a two-year contract with opportunities for growth and impact.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to revitalise neighbourhoods and enhance living conditions.
- Qualifications: Experience in housing or relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This role initially is a 2 year contract. We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Empty Property Officer to join our clients team. To contribute to the development, implementation and delivery of the Council's Empty Property Strategy, 10 Year Vision and masterplan - to bring empty properties into use through utilising a range of statutory powers and funding a range of statutory and voluntary provisions contained within the strategy and relevant funding programmes.
Responsibilities
- In conjunction with the Housing Standards Manager and Environmental Health Service Manager to develop and implement the Empty Property Strategy.
- To bring empty properties back into use using statutory and voluntary provisions.
- To trace and communicate with owners of empty properties to facilitate the return of the property to use.
- To be the first point of contact for all empty property enquiries.
- To support the activity of the council's enforcement group in relation to complex enforcement cases and coordinate the activities of targeted interventions to properties/areas with regeneration, conservation, planning, strategic housing and environmental health.
- To arrange and undertake property inspections using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to determine property condition, categorise risks and recommend action.
Qualifications
- Experience in a similar position from a housing authority, local authority etc.
- Relevant qualification to a minimum of HND Level in a relevant subject (e.g. housing, construction, building technology).
- Minimum of two years' experience of inspection and enforcement pertaining to housing standards.
- Detailed knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation.
- Detailed knowledge and experience in the use and application of the HHSRS.
- Experience of informal and formal investigative and enforcement procedures including PACE, RIPA and other codes of practice.
- Knowledge of housing defects and their implications for the health and safety of the occupants.
- Knowledge of external funding programmes.
- Strong understanding of legislation.
- Good understanding of built environment.
- Strong regulatory background.
This role is integral to maintaining community standards and ensuring the regeneration of vacant properties. We welcome applications from motivated individuals eager to make a positive impact through effective property oversight.
Empty Property Officer employer: Schools Choice
As an Empty Property Officer with our council, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to revitalising communities and ensuring housing standards are upheld. We offer a supportive work culture that values professional development, providing opportunities for growth and training in housing legislation and enforcement practices. Located in a vibrant area, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also offers the chance to engage with local stakeholders and contribute to the community's long-term vision.
