Environmental Health Officer

My client is seeking a dedicated Environmental Health Officer to join its Private Sector Housing Team.

In this role, you'll play an essential part in ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant environment for all businesses and visitors.

The role involves responding to a variety of residential complaints and ensuring effective resolution through on-site assessments and appropriate follow-up actions.

The role will primarily be conducted in-office to facilitate site visits and efficient response management. There is flexibility for remote work 1-2 days per week for paperwork and documentation tasks.

The Role

1. Addressing incoming residential complaints related to issues such as damp, mould, overcrowding, and general housing conditions.
2. Organizing and conducting property visits to carry out health and safety assessments.
3. Preparing and issuing closing letters or formal notices to communicate findings and required actions.
4. Applying housing legislation effectively to manage and resolve cases.
5. Collaborating with stakeholders, including tenants and landlords, to achieve compliance.
6. Supporting junior staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise.

The Ideal Candidate

1. HHSRS Certificate is essential.
2. Demonstrated experience in a similar role, dealing with private sector housing issues.
3. Strong working knowledge of key housing legislation and its application.
4. Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
5. Environmental Health Degree.
6. Experience issuing formal housing-related notices.
7. Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
8. Experience mentoring or guiding junior team members.

What You Need to Do Now

If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW.

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