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We are looking for a highly skilled Principal Housing Enforcement Officer to join a forward-thinking housing enforcement team based in a vibrant London borough. In this role, you'll be a vital part of the council's Regulatory Services, focusing on maintaining housing standards, ensuring safety, and enforcing regulations within the private rented sector. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on public health and safety by guiding enforcement processes, providing expert advice, and mentoring junior officers.
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The Role
路You will be responsible for enforcement under the Housing Act 2004, carrying out detailed inspections.
路Carry out HHSRS assessments.
路Produce schedule of works.
路Liaise with other departments, legal counsel, the Fire Brigade and all interested parties.
路Handle complex cases, prepare legal documentation, and act as an expert witness in court proceedings when necessary.
The Ideal Candidate
路Must have experience, knowledge and qualifications relating to environmental health, fire safety and cladding remediation.
路Excellent Organisation skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines, and a concern for order and accuracy.
路Extensive experience of working within the Building Safety environment.
路Evidence of having an appreciation of the current issues facing building safety, specifically to the multi-occupied residential building
路Collaboration & Communication: Able to build productive relationships with key stakeholders, work independently, and manage team objectives effectively.
路JIT training and experience is desirable.
路HHSRS is highly desirable
What You Need to Do Now
If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW.
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If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.
Footnote
If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status.
Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
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