Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer

Job Title: Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office/on site, 2 days remote)
Rate: -18.90 per hour (PAYE) / -24.61 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role:

We are seeking a Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer to improve housing quality and reduce empty properties. You will investigate housing disrepair complaints, conduct inspections (including HMOs and caravan sites), and take enforcement action to ensure compliance with housing legislation. Additionally, you will identify and bring empty homes back into use and maintain accurate records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections of residential properties, HMOs, and caravan sites, using the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Investigate disrepair complaints, initiate enforcement actions, and monitor compliance with statutory notices.
• Identify, monitor, and bring empty homes back into use through engagement with owners and promotional activities.
• Advise residents, landlords, and owners on housing standards, disrepair, and building works.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and provide evidence for legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners, including fire services and local authorities.
• Use relevant legislative powers to ensure well-managed and maintained housing.

Requirements:

• Good standard of education, including English and Mathematics.
• HND/HNC (or equivalent) in Environmental Health, Housing, or a construction-related subject.
• Certificate of competence in HHSRS (or willingness to train).
• Experience in housing standards, HMO licensing, or environmental health.
• Knowledge of housing and environmental health legislation and construction techniques.
• Ability to conduct inspections, produce defect reports, and manage records.
• Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases).
• Willingness to work flexibly, including some evening work.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.

If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.