The Oyster Partnership

The local authority client is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their housing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with a strong background in private sector housing, HMO licensing, and housing enforcement. The successful candidate will be responsible for investigating housing and public health complaints, carrying out property inspections, and assessing housing conditions using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) . You will also support enforcement and compliance activities, assist with HMO licensing processes, and help ensure properties meet required housing standards. Working closely with landlords, tenants, and other stakeholders, you will play a key role in improving housing conditions and delivering positive outcomes for residents. Experience preparing schedules of repair and improvement works, undertaking inspections, and applying housing legislation is highly desirable. Candidates should hold a...