Private Sector Housing Officer

Our local authority client, based in North West London are looking to appoint an experienced interim Private Sector Housing Officer. You will be expected to manage a team delivering a high quality, responsive private sector housing service that meets the needs of its customers. You will also be responsible for ensuring enforcement action taken is in line with legislation and Council policies that may include issuing formal notices, fixed penalties, cautions, and prosecution action.

• Supervise the granting of licences, ensuring all legal provisions are met and licence conditions are appropriate, be responsible for the security of evidence held and act as a witness in prosecution and tribunal cases when required.
• Supervise the delivery of excellent customer service, providing operational leadership in improving housing conditions in the private rented sector and improving the management and conditions in HMOs through licensing and enforcement.
• Ensure that the service is effective and efficient and all enforcement of legislation is fair, transparent, clear and consistent and in accordance with the Council's procedures and enforcement policy.

• HHSRS certificate is essential and EHORB registration desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years experience within this discipline is sought.

This is a 3 month contract starting ASAP and pay rates of £52.15 per hour Umbrella.