Private Sector Housing Officer

Private Sector Housing Officer

Surrey

£50-£55 per hour

6-month initial contract

Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a Local Authority in Surrey who are looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.

The role will have a particular focus on HMOs and unlicensed properties, carrying out inspections, investigating potential breaches and taking appropriate enforcement action where required.

The role will include:

Carrying out inspections of HMOs and other privately rented properties
Investigating unlicensed HMOs and suspected licensing breaches
Undertaking HHSRS inspections and identifying Category 1 and Category 2 hazards
Investigating complaints relating to housing conditions, disrepair and poor property standards
Preparing and serving statutory notices under relevant housing legislation
Taking enforcement action against landlords and managing agents where appropriate
Supporting HMO licensing investigations and applications
Gathering evidence and maintaining detailed case files
Preparing cases for civil penalties, prosecutions and Tribunal proceedings
Liaising with landlords, tenants, letting agents and other internal or external partners
Ensuring properties meet required standards under the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation

We're looking for:

Strong Local Authority Private Sector Housing / Housing Enforcement experience
Good working knowledge of HMOs, HMO licensing and enforcement
Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS
Confidence carrying out inspections and managing enforcement cases independently
Experience serving notices and progressing cases through formal enforcement where necessary

The position is paying £50-£55 per hour on an initial 6-month contract, with free parking available for officers attending site/the office.

If you're an experienced Private Sector Housing professional looking for your next interim assignment, Shaye would be keen to speak with you.

Contact Shaye at Park Avenue Recruitment to hear more about the role or to discuss it confidentially.

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