Private Sector Housing Officer
Job in
Surrey, Surrey County, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-11
Listing for:
Park Avenue Recruitment
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
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Government
Government Administration, Public Health, Environmental & Urban Planning
Job Description & How to Apply Below
£50 per hour
Initial 6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working
Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a Local Authority in Surrey that is looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month interim contract.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced PSH professional looking to join an extremely collaborative and supportive team, with a varied caseload covering HHSRS, HMO licensing and general Private Sector Housing duties.
The role could particularly appeal to officers currently working within busy London Boroughs who are looking for a change of environment, while still maintaining a strong and varied enforcement caseload.
Responsibilities
As a Private Sector Housing Officer you will:
Carry out HHSRS inspections across privately rented properties.
Investigate complaints relating to housing conditions, hazards and disrepair.
Carry out disrepair inspections and determine appropriate remedial or enforcement action.
Undertake HMO inspections and licensing work.
Identify and assess Category 1 and Category 2 hazards.
Manage general Private Sector Housing enforcement cases from inspection through to resolution.
Prepare and serve statutory notices where required.
Handle complaints from tenants, landlords and other relevant parties.
Undertake Public Health Act burials as and when required.
Provide advice and guidance to landlords, tenants and other stakeholders.
Maintain accurate case records, inspection notes and enforcement documentation.
Work closely with colleagues across a highly collaborative Housing and Environmental Health team.
Relevant knowledge and practical experience:
Housing Act 2004
Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
HMO inspections and licensing
Private Sector Housing enforcement
Housing standards and disrepair inspections
Complaint investigation
Statutory notices
Landlord and tenant legislation
The role offers hybrid working, with office and site attendance required alongside home working.
For further information or to apply, contact Shaye at Park Avenue Recruitment.
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Additional Information / Benefits
Free Parking
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