Environmental Health Officer - Private Sector Housing in Tunbridge Wells

Sharper Consulting Services are working on behalf of our local authority client in Kent in their search of anEnvironmental Health Officer/Private Sector Housing Officer.

You willplay an integralrole inenforcement, grants, and energy efficiency initiativesacross the borough.

Duties

• Investigate complaints, conductHHSRS inspections, and enforcehousing standards.
• License and regulate HMOs, ensuring safety and compliance.
• DeiverDisabed Facilities Grants (DFGs)and financial assistance to improve housing conditions.
• Work with landlords, tenants, and partners totackle substandard housingandreduce empty homes.
• Takeegal actionwhere necessary, including serving notices and prosecuting non-compliance.
• Leadcaravan site icensingand enforceminimum energy efficiency standards.
• Provide experthousing adviceand contribute to policy development.

About You

• BSc/MSc in Environmental Health+HHSRS Certificate
• Experience inhousing enforcement, HMO licensing, and grants processing
• Strongcommunication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage abusy caseloadand work both independently & within a team
• Full UK driving licenseand willingness to work flexibly, including occasionalout-of-hours duties