Environmental Health Officer - Housing

Working within a collaborative and supportive team, you’ll manage a varied caseload—from complaint investigations to proactive compliance work—contributing directly to improving the quality of private housing across Hertfordshire.

• Carry out inspections of privately rented properties under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions, disrepair, or property management issues.
• Prepare and serve enforcement notices, and support formal action or prosecution where required.
• Advise landlords, agents, and tenants on legislative compliance and good practice.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and evidence in line with council procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to raise housing standards.

• Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and related housing enforcement legislation.
• Demonstrable experience conducting HHSRS assessments and housing condition inspections.
• Confidence preparing and serving statutory notices and managing enforcement casework.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work independently with minimal supervision...