Environmental Health Specialist (Housing)
Environmental Health Specialist (Housing)
£40,777- £45,091 per annum.
Permanent
Hours 37
Work location: Hybrid Working
Join our team and make a difference
The Environmental Health Housing team plays a vital role in improving the conditions of privately rented homes within our area. We are looking for an experienced officer (EHO) who has the drive and experience to transform the quality of the private rental sector to work with landlords and tenants to improve the property standards and management practices in our area, to ensure people are safeguarded from poor practices and can live in have safe, good condition homes .
The team is being expanded to cover the new duties following the introduction of the Renters Rights Act, including dealing with harassment, illegal eviction, and new tenancy rules enforcement. Responding to complaints from tenants and other professionals.
In this position, you will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload within the private rented sector, focusing on enforcement and compliance work.
Duties will include:
Conducting HHSRS inspections and assessing property conditions
Responding to housing complaints, including disrepair cases
Managing HMO licensing applications and associated enforcement
Preparing and serving legal notices where required
Issuing financial penalties in line with relevant regulations
Engaging with landlords, tenants, and internal departments
Compiling cases for tribunal or legal proceedings
The role will also involve the enforcement of the new renters rights legislation.
About You
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
A relevant degree in environmental health or housing/ building defect qualification,
Previous extensive experience within Private Sector Housing in a Local Authority environment, Sound knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS, Practical experience with HMO licensing and enforcement processes, caravan site licensing and other public health duties. Have experience of investigation and evidence gathering to support enforcement action. Confidence in managing an independent caseload and assisting and supporting housing officers within the section.
For an informal discussion regarding this job please contact: Sarah Fitzpatrick. Or Alicia Patterson at Alicia.patterson@highpeak.gov.uk or sarah.fitzpatrick@highpeak.gov.uk
Closing date Midday 28 May 2026- applications received after this time will not be shortlisted
Interviews to be held 9 June 2026
