Private Sector Housing Officer

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer - London Borough of HarrowLocation: Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NTPay: 26.12 - 29.65 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Full time, temporary assignmentStart: ASAPAbout the Role:London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy Private Sector Housing team. You''ll play a key role in improving housing standards across the borough, ensuring residents live in safe, healthy, and well managed homes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical knowledge of housing legislation and a passion for protecting tenants'' rights.Key Responsibilities:Carry out inspections of privately rented properties using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).Identify hazards, assess risks, and determine the most appropriate enforcement action.Manage and enforce HMO licensing, selective licensing, and additional licensing schemes.Investigate complaints relating to disrepair, overcrowding, illegal eviction, and landlord harassment.Prepare and serve statutory notices, civil penalties, and other enforcement actions under the Housing Act 2004 and related legislation.Provide advice and guidance to landlords, tenants, and managing agents on legal responsibilities and best practice.Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners including Environmental Health, Fire Services, and Social Care.Maintain accurate case records, evidence files, and reports to support enforcement ..... full job details .....