Housing Standards Officer (Private Sector)

A reputable Housing Provider is currently seeking an Private Housing Standards Officer (Office Based) to join their busy Private Sector Housing team in London. This is a key role in improving housing conditions across the borough and protecting residents living within the private rented sector.Rate: 30.00 - 31.17 per hour (40 Umbrella)Location: LondonContract: Temporary / OngoingWorking Pattern: Primarily Office-Based (x4 days on site)This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental health, private sector housing, or housing enforcement professional with experience of HHSRS inspections, HMO regulation, housing enforcement, and private sector housing standards.You will be responsible for investigating housing condition complaints, regulating HMOs, improving standards within the private rented sector, and taking both informal and formal enforcement action where required.Key ResponsibilitiesInvestigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions within the private rented sectorConduct property inspections and undertake Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) assessmentsInvestigate and regulate Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) ensuring compliance with housing legislation and management regulationsWork proactively with landlords, managing agents and tenants to secure property improvements and compliance with statutory requirementsServe statutory notices and progress enforcement action in accordance with relevant legislation and organisational policiesPrepare ..... full job details .....