Private Sector Housing Team Leader

Senior Environmental Health Officer

Hertfordshire

£50-£55 an hour

6-Month Contract

A Council in Hertfordshire are looking for an experienced Senior Environmental Health Officer to join their team on a 6-month initial contract, paying £50-£55 an hour.

This is a varied role with a strong focus on Private Sector Housing, giving you the opportunity to lead on housing enforcement, licensing, and complex casework while supporting the wider service.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct HHSRS inspections and investigate complaints.
Lead housing enforcement, including notices, civil penalties, and prosecutions.
Manage HMO Licensing applications, inspections, and compliance.
Support the Council's wider Licensing schemes.
Act as a consultee on planning and licensing applications.
Mentor junior officers and provide technical guidance.
Prepare reports, notices, and legal documentation.
Support the wider service as required.About you:

The ideal candidate will bring:

Experience working in Local Government.
Strong knowledge of Private Sector Housing, HHSRS, and the Housing Act 2004.
A recognised Environmental Health Degree/Qualification.
Experience delivering enforcement and regulatory action.
A background in HMO Licensing and compliance inspections.
Confidence managing complex casework independently alongside supporting/mentoring junior colleagues.
Experience preparing notices, reports, and legal documentation.If you are currently looking for Senior/Principal roles within Environmental Health and Private Sector Housing, or similar roles in Hertfordshire, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity.

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed