Environmental Health Officer - Private Sector Housing

Job Description

Environmental Health Officer – Private Sector Housing\n Location: Reading\n Pay: £45 per hour\n  \n We are seeking a qualified Environmental Health Officer to join our Private Sector Housing Team and help protect the quality of life of our . This is an exciting time to join the team as we have recently completed a consultation on introducing additional and selective licensing schemes, recognizing the importance of good housing and the role of private sector landlords in building thriving communities.\n  \n About the Role\n \nAround 60 percent of the role involves inspections, ensuring compliance with HMO licensing and housing standards. \nConduct investigations into housing conditions, respond to complaints, and provide guidance to landlords and tenants.

\nContribute to the implementation of licensing schemes and work on improving private sector housing conditions. \nPotential involvement in tall building fire safety and out-of-hours noise investigations. \nFlexible working arrangements, with a combination of office, home, and site-based work.

About You\n \nEHRB/Registered Environmental Health Practitioner. \nStrong communication skills, both verbal and written. \nKnowledge of the private rented sector and regulatory environment.

\nFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated team at a pivotal time for private sector housing in Reading.\n  \n To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed)\n  \n Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency