Private Sector Housing Officer

Private Sector Housing Officer - Hampshire Local Authority

Initial 6-month Contract

Hybrid Working Arrangements

Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next local authority contract?

A Hampshire Local Authority is seeking a skilled Private Sector Housing Officer to join its Private Sector Housing team. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work across a varied caseload involving housing enforcement, Mandatory HMO Licensing, Civil Penalty Notices (CPNs), and caravan site licensing.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional with a strong background in Private Sector Housing, Housing Act enforcement, and HMO Licensing to secure a rewarding contract within a well-established local authority team.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake inspections of private rented properties and assess housing conditions using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions, disrepair, overcrowding, and other housing standards issues.
• Administer and enforce Mandatory HMO Licensing, including property inspections, licence applications, renewals, and compliance monitoring.
• Carry out caravan site licensing inspections and investigate breaches of licence conditions where required.
• Prepare and serve statutory notices under relevant housing legislation, including Improvement Notices, Prohibition Orders, and other formal enforcement action.
• Investigate breaches of housing legislation and progress enforcement cases through to resolution.
• Utilise Community Protection Notices (CPNs) where appropriate to address issues impacting residents and local communities.
• Work proactively with landlords, tenants, managing agents, and site operators to secure compliance and improve housing standards.
• Maintain accurate records, case files, and evidence in support of enforcement activity.
• Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to support the council's wider housing and regulatory objectives.
• Contribute to the council's statutory obligations in relation to private sector housing and public health.

Requirements

• Proven experience working within a Private Sector Housing team for a UK Local Authority.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and associated enforcement powers.
• Experience carrying out HHSRS inspections and assessments.
• Previous experience administering and enforcing Mandatory HMO Licensing schemes.
• Experience progressing enforcement cases and serving statutory notices.
• Experience with Community Protection Notices (CPNs).
• Knowledge or exposure to caravan site licensing legislation would be advantageous.
• Strong case management, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

The Details

• Hybrid working available
• Competitive rate
• Initial 6-month contract with extension potential

Please note: Applicants must have previous Local Authority experience within Private Sector Housing, including Mandatory HMO Licensing, enforcement activity and CPNs.

If you're an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, give me a call on 020 3976 1513 or email shaye@park-avenue.co.uk.