Regulatory Compliance Officer

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Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

Internal applicants applying for a secondment opportunity must have approval from their line manager before submitting an application.

We’re offering a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is keen to start a career in Environmental Health by becoming a Regulatory Compliance Officer within the Housing Discipline of Environmental Health. The applicant who meets our requirements will be willing and able to successfully complete some short‑duration housing‑based qualifications. We’ll provide all the training and experience needed to help the successful candidate to complete any required training.

The successful candidate will be responsible for day‑to‑day delivery of housing functions, working alongside a team of professional and technical staff, inspecting dwellings and protecting vulnerable tenants and residents whilst tackling some non‑compliant landlords. Successful candidates will also be ensuring that migrants and asylum‑seekers have access and use of safe and suitable accommodation. As part of the wider Community Protection Team, you will be working with Officers who have responsibility for other elements of the new enforcement approach.

You may therefore be able to help to provide resilience and inter‑operability across several regulatory activities.

It is critical that the successful applicant will be able to show an aptitude for this type of work. Close working with statutory, voluntary, and community sector partners is seen as a must for this role.

This is a great opportunity for a progressive and innovative individual who thrives in working as part of a team environment, and who is committed to driving the service forward in challenging times. We’re genuinely passionate about improving housing conditions within the borough. “Home” should be a safe place for everyone. We’re going to be tackling some challenging issues, through both education and robust enforcement, over the next few years to support this.

For an informal chat about this post, please contact Kate Ryley, Principal Environmental Health Officer on (01422) 392397.

Closing Date:
Sunday 22nd February 2026

Interviews:
Thursday 27th February 2026

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision  we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under‑represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.