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Private Sector Housing Officer
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Kent, Kent County, England, UK
Listed on 2026-06-03
Listing for:
Park Avenue Recruitment
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract
position Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
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Government
Public Health -
Healthcare
Public Health, Healthcare Compliance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Kent Local Authority
£55-£60 per hour
Initial 6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working (3 days on site)
Are you an experienced Environmental Health Officer looking for your next interim contract within Local Government?
A Kent-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer to join its busy and supportive Environmental Health team on an initial 6-month contract.
The Role:
As an Environmental Health Officer, you'll manage a varied caseload across the Private Rented Sector, focusing on housing standards, enforcement, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property investigations
* Assessing Category 1 and Category 2 hazards under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System
* Serving statutory notices and undertaking enforcement action under the Housing Act 2004
* Preparing and issuing Civil Penalty Notices (CPNs)
* Investigating housing complaints, disrepair cases, and poor housing conditions
* Liaising with landlords, tenants, legal teams, and external agencies
* Preparing detailed inspection reports and evidence packs
* Supporting wider Environmental Health and Housing Enforcement functions
About You
To be considered for this Environmental Health Officer role, you will have:
* Recent experience working within a Local Authority Environmental Health or Private Sector Housing team
* Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004, HHSRS, and housing enforcement legislation
* Experience preparing and issuing Civil Penalty Notices
* Ability to independently manage a busy and varied caseload
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills
* Environmental Health qualification and EHRB registration (or equivalent) preferred
* Availability to start at short notice would be advantageous
Contract Details
If you're searching for an Environmental Health Officer role with a varied caseload and the opportunity to make a real impact within a Local Authority, this would be a great opportunity for you.
For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
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