Job Description

Experienced EHOs or Newly Qualified Welcome

Contract: Initial 6 months (potential for extension)

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) with flexible hybrid working

Rate: TBC

About the Role:

Are you a newly qualified Environmental Health Officer looking to kickstart your career in Private Sector Housing? A Local Authority in the Midlands is seeking enthusiastic EHOs to join their dedicated Housing Team. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment while working on a range of housing enforcement and licensing duties.

What You’ll Be Doing:

You’ll play a key role in improving housing conditions by:

* Conducting HMO licensing inspections and ensuring compliance.

* Supporting enforcement action, including issuing notices and preparing cases.

* Investigating housing disrepair complaints and working with landlords to resolve issues.

* Gaining hands-on experience in legal proceedings, including tribunal representation.

* Learning from experienced officers while developing your own caseload.

What We’re Looking For:

* A degree in Environmental Health (or equivalent).

* HHSRS (Housing Health & Safety Rating System) certification.

* A proactive and eager-to-learn approach, with an interest in housing enforcement.

* Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic local authority team, develop your enforcement skills, and contribute to improving housing standards in the Midlands.

Apply now and take the first step in your Environmental Health career