Private Regulatory Officer Enforcement Team

Description

Private Housing Regulatory Officer Enforcement Team

Salary: 39027 - 44463 per annum

Grade: E

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Hours:

37 Hours per week

Number of Positions: 5

The Selective Licensing Team is part of the Private Housing Service within Community Protection & Enforcement Services at Thurrock Council. Our mission is to ensure that private rented housing across the borough is safe, well‑managed and compliant with legal standards. We work collaboratively with landlords, tenants and partner agencies to improve housing conditions and safeguard residents.

We are seeking motivated and proactive officers to join our Selective Licensing Enforcement team. In this role you will investigate unlicensed properties, breaches of licence conditions and substandard housing, helping to safeguard tenants and promote fair practices within the private rented sector.

• Investigate complaints, allegations of illegal eviction, harassment and anti‑social behaviour.
• Carry out inspections using the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Collect evidence and prepare case files for enforcement action including civil penalties, court proceedings and Rent Repayment Orders.
• Provide advice and guidance to landlords, agents and tenants.
• Work jointly with other council teams and external agencies to resolve issues.

• Knowledge of housing legislation particularly the Housing Act 2004 and related enforcement powers.
• Completed Housing Health Safety Rating System certificate.
• Experience of carrying out investigations or property inspections.
• Strong communication, organisational and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.

• Housing Health Safety Rating System (HHSRS) certificate.
• A full driving licence that is valid in the UK and access to a vehicle.

DBS Check:
Standard

• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable).
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
• Staff discounts and local offers.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.

Closing Date: 30/11/2025

Interview Date: TBC

For further details please contact:
Dulal Ahmed, PRS Regulation Manager.

To view the full Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below.

Private Housing Regulatory Officer Enforcement Team