Private Housing Standards Officer

Private Housing Standards OfficerLocation: West LondonRate: £40 per hour UmbrellaContract: 3-Month Ongoing ContractHours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pmWorking Pattern: 4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote.Key Responsibilities\n

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• Investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions within the private rented sector.
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• Conduct property inspections and assess hazards using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
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• Investigate reports of sub-standard Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).
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• Undertake HMO licensing inspections and compliance assessments.
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• Advise landlords, managing agents and tenants on housing standards and legal requirements.
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• Prepare schedules of work and negotiate improvements with property owners.
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• Take informal and formal enforcement action where necessary.
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• Draft and serve statutory notices in accordance with the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation.
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• Monitor compliance with enforcement actions and undertake follow-up inspections.
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• Support policy development and initiatives aimed at improving housing standards across the borough.
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• Maintain accurate records and prepare detailed reports and case files.
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Essential ExperienceWe are keen to hear from candidates with experience in:\n

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• Private Sector Housing Enforcement.
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• HMO Licensing and Regulation.
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• Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
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• Investigating poor living standards and housing condition complaints.
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• Housing Act 2004 enforcement.
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• Environmental Health or Housing Standards functions within a local authority setting.
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• Preparing and serving statutory notices and enforcement documentation.
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• Managing complex housing enforcement cases from investigation through to resolution.
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Knowledge & Skills\n

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• Strong understanding of the Housing Act 2004 and associated housing legislation.
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• Knowledge of HMO licensing regulations and management standards.
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• Experience applying HHSRS assessments in residential properties.
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• Excellent investigative and problem-solving skills.
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• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
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• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.
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• Competent report writing and case management skills.
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Do you have experience in HMO licensing, poor living standards investigations, HHSRS assessments and Environmental Health?If so, we'd love to hear from you.