Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer

Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer - Private Sector Housing

?? Kent (Sittingbourne & surrounding areas) | Hybrid Working

If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
?? £40-£50 per hour (Umbrella) - Negotiable
?? 28 hours per week | 9-month ongoing contract

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer to join a well-established Local Authority in Kent on an initial 9-month assignment.

This is a key role focused on delivering high-quality Private Sector Housing services, tackling housing standards, disrepair, and improving living conditions across the borough.

The Role

You will lead on the delivery of housing enforcement and improvement functions, managing a varied caseload and supporting junior officers.

Key duties include:

• Undertaking inspections and assessments of residential properties
• Enforcing housing legislation including HHSRS and disrepair cases
• Managing HMO licensing, compliance, and enforcement
• Investigating complaints and taking appropriate legal action where required
• Attending court/tribunals as an expert witness
• Managing empty properties, drainage issues, and environmental concerns
• Supervising and supporting technical officers
• Providing expert advice to stakeholders, landlords, and residents

?? Full responsibilities aligned with the attached job description

Requirements (ESSENTIAL)

• Proven experience within a Local Authority / Council or Housing Association ONLY
• Strong background in Private Sector Housing / Environmental Health
• Experience with HHSRS, enforcement action, and housing legislation
• Knowledge of HMO licensing and regulatory compliance
• Experience attending court/tribunal proceedings
• Ability to manage complex xwzovoh caseloads and work autonomously
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid: 2 days office/site visits, 2 days from home
• Hours: 4 days per week (7 hours per day)
• Office Base: Sittingbourne, Kent
• Interviews: Online via MS Teams
• Closing Date: 03/05/2026

Apply

If you are an experienced Senior EHO / Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next contract, apply today with your CV.

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