Environmental Health Officer

Environmental Health Officer - Private Sector Housing

Dorset

£50-£60 per hour

6-Month Contract

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental Health Officer / Private Sector Housing Officer to join a Local Authority in Dorset on an initial 6-month contract, paying £50-£60 per hour depending on experience.

The role will involve managing a varied Private Sector Housing caseload, including inspections, enforcement, housing standards and HMO work.

Key Responsibilities

Investigating housing disrepair cases
Carrying out HHSRS inspections and assessing Category 1 and 2 hazards
Taking enforcement action, including CPNs
Preparing notices and schedules of works
Inspecting and licensing HMOs
Identifying unlicensed licensable properties
Advising tenants, landlords and managing agents
Managing cases through from inspection to resolution

What You'll Need

A recognised Environmental Health degree / qualification
Minimum 2 years' Private Sector Housing experience within a Local Authority
Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS
Experience of housing enforcement, disrepair and HMO licensing
Ability to commit to 2-3 days per week on site in Dorset
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
CIEH membership preferred

Contract Details

Rate: £50-£60 per hour DOE
Contract: Initial 6 months
Location: Dorset
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days on site

If you're currently looking for Environmental Health Officer jobs, EHO jobs, Private Sector Housing Officer jobs or Environmental Health jobs in Dorset, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity.

Shaye
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