Private Sector Housing Officer

Hybrid (2 Days Office / 3 Days Home) | E8, London
PAYE: £22.24 - £27.05 per hour
Umbrella: £29.97 - £36.45 per hour
Contract: 3 Months Initially

Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer, Environmental Health Officer, Housing Enforcement Officer or Property Licensing Officer looking to join one of London's most proactive local authorities?

The London Borough of Hackney is seeking a skilled professional to support its Private Sector Housing Service, delivering high-profile housing enforcement, licensing and housing standards functions across a diverse private rented sector portfolio.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied caseload covering housing conditions, HMO licensing, property licensing, housing enforcement, disabled facilities grants and landlord compliance, helping to improve housing standards and protect residents across the borough.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct HHSRS inspections under the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS 2 framework.
  
  
• Investigate housing complaints, service requests and poor housing conditions.
  
  
• Carry out inspections of HMOs and other private rented sector properties.
  
  
• Assess and process property licence applications, including compliance checks and inspections.
  
  
• Draft schedules of works, statutory notices, improvement notices and enforcement documents.
  
  
• Take enforcement action under the Housing Act 2004, Housing and Planning Act 2016 and Renters' Rights legislation.
  
  
• Issue Financial Penalties, Simple Cautions and prepare cases for prosecution where required.
  
  
• Prepare tribunal and court documentation, attending hearings when necessary.
  
  
• Assess and administer Disabled Facilities Grants and Minor Adaptations Grants.
  
  
• Liaise with landlords, managing agents, residents and partner agencies to secure compliance and improved housing conditions.
  
  
• Maintain accurate case management records and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
  
  

Essential Experience

• Experience working within Private Sector Housing, Environmental Health, Housing Standards, Property Licensing or Housing Enforcement.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of:
  
  
  • Housing Act 2004
    
    
  • HHSRS / HHSRS 2
    
    
  • HMO Licensing
    
    
  • Property Licensing
    
    
  • Housing and Planning Act 2016
    
    
  • Housing Enforcement Procedures
    
    
  • Disabled Facilities Grants
    
    
• Experience conducting inspections and producing enforcement notices.
  
  
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload and work independently.
  
  
• Strong report writing, investigative and stakeholder management skills.
  
  

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health, Housing, Building Surveying or related discipline.
  
  
• HHSRS Assessor qualification highly desirable.
  
  
• Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) membership desirable.
  
  

Why Apply?

• Hybrid Working (2 Days Office)
• High Profile London Borough
• Competitive Rates up to £36.45 Umbrella
• Diverse Enforcement & Licensing Caseload
• Immediate Start Available
• Opportunity to work across Housing Standards, Licensing & Enforcement

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