Details:
- Salary: £50 - 55 - Hour
- Location: Hampshire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer who can confidently take enforcement cases from inspection through to formal action?
A Local Authority in Hampshire is looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to provide immediate support to its busy housing service.
This is a hands-on contract for someone who can independently manage housing complaints, inspect private rented properties and take proportionate enforcement action where necessary, whilst working on a hybrid basis with just 2 days per week on site.
The role
Carry out comprehensive HHSRS assessments and Part 1 Housing Act 2004 inspections
Manage private sector housing complaints and service requests from investigation through to resolution
Investigate disrepair, damp and mould, property conditions and other housing hazards
Inspect HMOs and investigate licensing or management regulation breaches
Take informal and formal housing enforcement action
Prepare and serve statutory notices and Civil Penalty Notices
Gather evidence and progress complex enforcement cases
Support tribunal proceedings where required
Maintain an up-to-date awareness of the Renters' Rights ActWhat you'll need
You'll need previous Private Sector Housing, Housing Standards or Housing Enforcement experience, ideally within a Local Authority setting, alongside:
Strong practical experience of HHSRS and the Housing Act 2004
Experience managing housing complaints and service requests
HMO inspection and enforcement experience
Confidence progressing cases through formal enforcement action
Experience with Civil Penalties
The ability to manage your own caseload independently
Tribunal experience would be advantageous
Knowledge of current changes affecting the private rented sector, including the Renters' Rights Act.Contract details
Location: Hampshire
Rate: £50-£55 per hour
Contract: Initial 3 months
Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week on site
Start: ASAP
If you're an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next Local Authority contract in Hampshire, apply with your latest CV or contact Shaye Box at Park Avenue Recruitment for a confidential conversation.
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