Private Sector Housing Officer

Private Sector Housing Officer - Hampshire Local Authority

Initial 6-month Contract

Hybrid Working Arrangements

Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next local authority contract?

A Hampshire Local Authority is seeking a skilled Private Sector Housing Officer to join its Private Sector Housing team. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work across a varied caseload involving housing enforcement, Mandatory HMO Licensing, Civil Penalty Notices (CPNs), and caravan site licensing.

• Undertake inspections of private rented properties and assess housing conditions using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions, disrepair, overcrowding, and other housing standards issues.
• Administer and enforce Mandatory HMO Licensing, including property inspections, licence applications, renewals, and compliance monitoring.
• Carry out caravan site licensing inspections and investigate breaches of licence conditions where required.
• Prepare and serve statutory notices under relevant housing legislation, including Improvement Notices, Prohibition Orders, and other formal enforcement action.
• Investigate breaches of housing legislation and progress enforcement cases through to resolution.
• Utilise Community Protection Notices (CPNs) where appropriate to address issues impacting residents and local communities.
• Work proactively with landlords, tenants, managing agents, and site operators to secure compliance and improve housing standards.
• Maintain accurate records, case files, and evidence in support of enforcement activity.
• Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to support the council's wider housing and regulatory objectives.
• Contribute to the council's statutory obligations in relation to private sector housing and public health.

• Proven experience working within a Private Sector Housing team for a UK Local Authority.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and associated enforcement powers.
• Experience carrying out HHSRS inspections and assessments.
• Previous experience administering and enforcing Mandatory HMO Licensing schemes.
• Experience progressing enforcement cases and serving statutory notices.
• Experience with Community Protection Notices (CPNs).
• Knowledge or exposure to caravan site licensing legislation would be advantageous.
• Strong case management, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

• Hybrid working available
• Competitive rate
• Initial 6‑month contract with extension potential