We''re recruiting an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a proactive enforcement team focused on improving housing standards across the private rented sector.This is a frontline regulatory role responsible for investigating housing conditions, enforcing private sector housing legislation and ensuring residential properties meet statutory requirements. The successful candidate will carry out inspections, take enforcement action where necessary and provide advice and education to landlords, tenants and businesses.This role combines office-based work with extensive site visits across the borough and requires a confident officer who can operate in challenging enforcement environments. The Role Carry out inspections of private sector housing to ensure compliance with housing legislation and licensing requirements. Investigate complaints relating to housing disrepair, property standards and residential licensing. Undertake enforcement action including the drafting, service and follow-up of statutory notices. Prepare and progress enforcement cases, including prosecutions and attendance at court to provide evidence. Provide technical and legal advice to residents, landlords, businesses and other stakeholders. Maintain regular communication with customers to ensure they are updated on the progress of investigations. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to improve housing standards across the borough. Install and operate monitoring ..... full job details .....