Housing Standards Inspector & Enforcement Lead

Connected Local Government; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK seeks an Environmental Health Officer to improve housing standards in the private sector. The successful candidate will ensure compliance through inspections, manage relationships with stakeholders, and enforce regulations as necessary. Ideal applicants will have a degree in Environmental Health, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a local government pension scheme, salary sacrifice schemes, and various employee discounts, making it a rewarding environment to work in.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts including shopping and gym discounts

Travel loans

Health support program

Qualifications

• Experience of working within Housing Environmental Health.
• Knowledge of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
• Ability to manage conflicts and complaints effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of the Private Housing Standards Service.
• Conduct inspections of accommodation and enforce housing standards.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders and provide high-quality support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Environmental Health (BSc or MSc)

Qualified Environmental Health Officer

Tools

Knowledge of current environmental health legislation

Job description

A local government authority in the UK seeks an Environmental Health Officer to improve housing standards in the private sector. The successful candidate will ensure compliance through inspections, manage relationships with stakeholders, and enforce regulations as necessary. Ideal applicants will have a degree in Environmental Health, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a local government pension scheme, salary sacrifice schemes, and various employee discounts, making it a rewarding environment to work in.