Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer

About the role Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer The main function of this role is to improve the housing quality within Elmbridge Borough Council by working proactively and reactively working to improve housing standards across all tenures and reduce the number of empty properties in the borough. You will work under the supervision of the senior property standards and empty homes officer to investigate and resolve complaints of poor housing conditions and undertake inspections of caravan sites and take appropriate enforcement action to ensure compliance with appropriate legislation and regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of the Private Sector Housing team''s computerised records systems. The main purpose of the role: Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer To improve the quality, safety and choice of residential accommodation in Elmbridge and meeting the Council''s responsibilities under the Housing Acts and other legislation.To ensure best use of the housing stock by minimising the number of empty properties.To provide an excellent service to owners, occupiers and tenants in all tenures through action by a range of intervention strategies, including enforcement, education and advice.Specific duties and responsibilities Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer To carry out proactive and programmed inspections of residential propertiesInvestigate complaints regarding housing disrepair, in line with council policies and ..... full job details .....