Private Sector Housing Officer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Surrey
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Other
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SKILLS

Property inspections Enforcement action HMO licensing Housing legislation Private Sector Housing Caravan/mobile home licensing

FULL DESCRIPTION

Private Sector Housing Officer

Location: Surrey

Contract: Rolling 3‑month contract

Hours: 20 hours per week

Rate: Competitive (DOE)

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Private Sector Housing Officer (Interim)

We are currently seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to support a local authority in Surrey on an interim basis.

This is a part‑time role (20 hours per week) on a rolling 3‑month contract, ideal for an officer with strong enforcement experience who can hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carrying out proactive and reactive property inspections
  • Undertaking enforcement action in line with relevant housing legislation
  • Managing and advising on HMO licensing, including compliance and standards
  • Working closely with landlords, agents, and tenants to drive improvement in housing conditions
  • Preparing notices and supporting legal processes where required

Essential Requirements:

  • Proven experience within Private Sector Housing
  • Strong background in enforcement work
  • Sound working knowledge of HMO licensing and associated legislation
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload

Desirable:

  • Experience or knowledge of caravan/mobile home licensing

If you are an experienced PSH Officer looking for a flexible interim opportunity and are available at short notice, we would be keen to hear from you.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

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