Environmental Health Technical Officer (Hybrid)

Environmental Health Technical Officer (Hybrid) needed in Ipswich, £38ph (Negotiable) PAYE – Reference: RQ1800575

• Carry out inspections of privately rented residential properties across East Suffolk and West Suffolk.
• Investigate housing complaints and identify hazards under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Liaise with tenants, landlords, managing agents and other stakeholders.
• Arrange and undertake property visits and inspections.
• Produce detailed inspection and enforcement reports.
• Serve statutory notices where required and progress enforcement action.
• Support the approach to housing standards, including cases that may lead to civil penalties.
• Apply current housing legislation and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory processes.
• Work on matters relating to:
• Private Sector Housing
• HHSRS
• Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector
• The forthcoming Renters’ Rights legislation and associated housing reforms

You will ideally have –

• Previous experience within Private Sector Housing for a local authority.
• Strong knowledge of HHSRS and housing enforcement legislation.
• Experience carrying out property inspections and producing enforcement documentation.
• Ability to prepare statutory notices and manage cases through to resolution.
• Understanding of housing hazards, enforcement processes and associated legislation.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Office locations are primarily Lowestoft and Melton.

Flexible working arrangement with the expectation of attending the office approximately once per week and joining team meetings as required.

Candidates based in the western part of the district can predominantly work from home when not undertaking site visits.

This is a full time role on a temporary basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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