Housing Compliance Inspection Officer

Job Description

Job Title: Housing Compliance Inspection Officer
Location: East London
Contract Type: Temporary, full time

Are you passionate about ensuring safe and compliant housing standards? Join our team as a Housing Compliance Inspection Officer, where your expertise will play a vital role in protecting tenants and landlords alike!

What You'll Do:

• Conducting inspections of private sector housing to issue property licences under various licensing schemes, including Mandatory Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) and Selective Licences.
• Creating schedules of works for properties that require improvements, ensuring they meet safety and health standards.
• Collaborating with enforcement officers to monitor compliance with housing laws.
• Investigating properties suspected of operating without the correct licences, issuing penalties when necessary.
• Preparing detailed reports and evidence for court, public hearings, and tribunals as required.

Your Skills & Experience:

• Experience dealing with large numbers of inspections/license applications.
• Experience in identifying property defects and proposing solutions using clear, professional communication.
• A certification in Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• A solid understanding of property licensing and the Housing Act 2004.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines while managing your own caseload and priorities.
• You must be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle.
• Metastreet Inspection app knowledge is desirable.

What We Offer:
Conveniently located office just a 10-minute walk from Barking train station.
Opportunities to engage with the community and collaborate with various partners.
Continuous professional development to keep you at the forefront of housing compliance and enforcement.

How to Apply:
Ready to make an impact? Submit your application today! We are excited to welcome a passionate Housing Compliance Inspection Officer to our team. Let's work together to ensure a safer and more compliant housing sector!

Note: Only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be considered for the position. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.

Adecco is a confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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