I am currently assisting my client, to identify a Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on a 6-month contract, to carry out enforcement action, HHSRS inspections and HMO Licensing Private Sector Housing Officer Contract: 6 months Rate: 40.00 per hour Hours: Full time Location: South West Key Responsibilities Investigate complaints relating to private sector housing and assess landlord compliance with relevant legislation Carry out property inspections and undertake Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) assessments Prepare and serve enforcement documentation, including improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, and prosecution files Provide advice and guidance to tenants and landlords on housing standards, legal rights, remedies, and compliance requirements Support and progress cases involving illegal eviction, harassment, and other unlawful landlord practices Manage a complex enforcement caseload in accordance with council policy, statutory guidance, and best practice Essential Requirements Vast experience in Private Sector Housing Knowledge of housing legislation including Housing Act 2004 Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle DBS Check Feel free to give me a call on (phone number removed) to have a confidential chat regarding this position, or refer someone for this position. Kind Regards, Sakaar ..... full job details .....