Rogue Landlord Enforcement Officer

2 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Senior Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer required to lead on Rogue Landlord enforcement within Luton Borough Council’s Private Sector Housing team.

• The role involves supervising officers, inspecting private sector housing (including HMOs), and taking robust enforcement action to improve housing standards.

• The postholder will manage complex investigations, prosecutions, and tribunal cases, working closely with landlords, residents, partner agencies, and internal teams.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Supervise, mentor, and provide specialist advice to lower\-grade officers, including 1\-2\-1s, training, and performance support.

• Inspect private sector dwellings and HMOs in line with legislation, including the Housing Act 2004, HHSRS, Decent Homes Standard, and HMO Regulations.

• Identify unlicensed HMOs and take formal enforcement action, including works in default and financial recovery.

• Investigate complex Rogue Landlord cases and service requests, liaising with professionals and partner agencies.

• Prepare prosecution cases, present evidence in court and Residential Property Tribunals, and attend appeals and hearings.

• Represent the Council at meetings, tribunals, court proceedings, and public forums.

• Promote and contribute to housing initiatives including Decent Homes, energy efficiency, affordable warmth, and safeguarding referrals.

• Act as Lead Officer on specific projects to improve service delivery when required.

Skills/Experience:

• Extensive experience in Private Sector Housing enforcement, specifically Rogue Landlord investigations.

• Proven supervisory or line management experience within a housing or environmental health setting.

• Strong working knowledge of housing legislation, enforcement procedures, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience preparing cases for prosecution and presenting evidence at court or Residential Property Tribunals.

• Ability to assess complex building conditions and evaluate remedial works.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and conflict management skills.

• Strong report writing, evidence gathering, and case management abilities.

• Confident use of IT systems and housing enforcement software.

• In\-depth knowledge of building construction and services.

• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.

Additional Information:

• The closing date: 27/02/2026.

• Location: Luton.

• Contract: Temporary.

• Rate: £45 per hour (Umbrella).

• Working pattern: Office\-based minimum 2 days per week with daily site visits across the Borough.

• Must be able to undertake building inspections, including use of ladders and access to confined spaces.

• Qualification: Environmental Health qualification (EHO/EHP/CEHP) or equivalent relevant experience.

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