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Elevate Projects are working in partership with our client, a local provider of affordable housing, to appoint an experieced Damp & Disrepair Manager on an ongoing temporary contract. This is a key interim leadership role focused on ensuring resident safety, regulatory compliance, service improvement and effective management of complex disrepair cases. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the damp, mould and disrepair process across the organisation. Oversee complex and high-risk disrepair cases, ensuring timely resolution and excellent resident communication. Manage specialist surveyors to deliver high-quality remedial works. Ensure compliance with relevant housing legislation, consumer standards and organisational policies. Work collaboratively with legal teams in relation to housing disrepair claims and pre-action protocols. Develop and monitor performance metrics, KPIs and service improvement plans. Support the delivery of resident-focused solutions and drive improvements in customer satisfaction. Provide operational leadership to technical officers, surveyors and support staff. Produce reports and updates for senior leadership teams. Ensure robust health & safety practices are maintained across all works. Requirements Proven experience managing damp, mould and housing disrepair services within social housing or local government. Strong understanding of housing legislation, repairs obligations and disrepair claims management. Experience managing contractors and technical teams. Excellent stakeholder management and resident engagement skills. Ability to manage high workloads and deliver service improvements in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of compliance, building pathology and property maintenance. Relevant housing, construction or surveying qualification desirable.

Private Sector Housing Officer Sussex Local Authority 50- 55 per hour Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid Working Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next interim contract within Local Government? A Sussex-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy and supportive Housing Enforcement team on an initial 6-month contract. The Role: As a Private Sector Housing Officer , you'll manage a varied caseload across the Private Rented Sector, focusing on enforcement, housing standards, and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities will include: Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property investigations Managing private rented sector complaints and housing disrepair cases Serving statutory notices under the Housing Act 2004 Investigating rogue landlords and non-compliant HMOs Undertaking HMO licensing inspections and enforcement activity Preparing prosecution and civil penalty case files Liaising with landlords, tenants, legal teams, and external agencies Supporting wider Environmental Health and Housing Enforcement functions About You To be considered for this Private Sector Housing Officer job, you will ideally have: Recent experience working within a Local Authority Private Sector Housing team Up-to-date knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act and its implications for private sector housing enforcement, landlord compliance, and tenant protections would be highly beneficial. Strong knowledge of Housing Act legislation , HHSRS, and enforcement procedures Experience dealing with HMO licensing , housing enforcement, and compliance Ability to independently manage a busy caseload Excellent communication and report-writing skills Availability to start at short notice preferred Contract Details Job Title: Private Sector Housing Officer Location: Sussex Rate: 50- 55 per hour Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract Working Arrangement: Hybrid working available If you're searching for a Private Sector Housing role with a varied caseload, this would be a great opportunity for you. For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Sellick Partnership are excited to be recruiting for a Housing Litigation Lawyer, Solicitor, or Barrister, to join a well-regarded legal services team in a South London Council. This is an excellent post for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister who is wanting to extend their experience in public sector housing litigation work. We are looking for a Housing Litigation Lawyer to advise client officers, and have conduct of litigation on behalf of the council. Local Authority experience is highly desirable. The successful Housing Litigation Lawyer will work on a wide range of housing and litigation matters, at all levels of court and tribunals. The role will involve covering a wide range of housing management issues including housing possessions, anti-social behaviour injunctions, housing disrepair and homelessness. Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate experience of handling a complex caseload of this nature including drafting and advocacy and preferably have experience of working for a local authority or social landlord in this context. The Housing and Litigation Team is very friendly and supportive, and can offer some training where appropriate. This position will suit an ambitious team player who will be able to adapt well within the local authority. Our client is happy to consider candidates from either a public sector or private practice background. The role will involve office presence once a week at the offices in South London and there may be the requirement to attend Court hearings in person. The Council offices are easily accessible via public transport. The role is locum initially for 3 months and is likely to be extended for 6-9 months + rolling contract. We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Private Sector Housing Officer - East London 55- 60 per hour Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid Working A progressive East London Local Authority is looking to appoint an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer on an interim basis for an initial 6-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension. This opportunity sits within a highly regarded Environmental Health and Housing Enforcement team. The council is seeking a confident and technically strong Private Sector Housing Officer who can immediately contribute to complex enforcement work across the private rented sector. This role would particularly suit a motivated Environmental Health professional who thrives in a fast-paced enforcement environment and enjoys managing challenging cases involving rogue landlords, serious hazards, and non-compliant HMOs. The Role The successful Private Sector Housing Officer will manage a varied and complex caseload across the borough, taking responsibility for proactive enforcement and regulatory compliance activity, including: Undertaking HHSRS inspections and detailed property investigations Investigating housing complaints, disrepair, overcrowding, and statutory nuisance cases Taking formal enforcement action under the Housing Act 2004 Serving Improvement Notices, Emergency Remedial Action notices, and Prohibition Orders Investigating rogue landlord activity and pursuing non-compliant landlords Managing HMO licensing inspections, compliance, and enforcement Issuing Community Protection Notices (CPN's) and Civil Penalties where appropriate Preparing detailed prosecution and tribunal case files Liaising with legal teams, landlords, tenants, and external agencies Supporting wider service delivery within the Environmental Health function About You To be considered, you will need: Recent Local Authority experience as a Private Sector Housing Officer Strong technical knowledge of HHSRS, Housing Act legislation, and enforcement procedures Experience carrying out complex enforcement investigations independently Proven background within Environmental Health, Housing Enforcement, or Private Sector Housing Experience dealing with HMO licensing and compliance activity Ability to confidently manage a busy and demanding caseload Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills Availability to start at short notice or immediately preferred For more information on this Private Sector Housing Officer opportunity, please contact Shaye at Park Avenue Recruitment. Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)

A local authority in the South West is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to support a busy and high-performing housing team on an interim basis. This is a hands-on, operational role where you will manage a varied caseload across the private rented sector, including enforcement, empty homes work, and improving housing standards across the borough. The Role You will play a key part in ensuring housing compliance and driving improvements in property conditions, working across inspections, enforcement, and proactive housing initiatives. Key Responsibilities Conduct property inspections across the private rented sector Carry out HHSRS assessments and identify hazards Investigate complaints relating to disrepair, overcrowding, and poor housing conditions Take formal enforcement action where required (Improvement Notices, Prohibition Orders, etc.) Manage and bring empty homes back into use, working with owners to secure occupation Support proactive enforcement projects and targeted housing initiatives Liaise with landlords, tenants, agents, and internal departments Assist with licensing schemes where required (HMO/Selective Licensing) Requirements Previous experience working within a local authority Private Sector Housing team Strong working knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 Proven experience in enforcement and regulatory action Experience dealing with empty homes and bringing properties back into use Confident undertaking inspections and managing a complex caseload independently Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits

Housing Standards Team Leader (Temporary Contract)Location: Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remote Contract: 3-6 months (PAYE or Umbrella) Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week Rate: 28 per hour Team Size: Managing 6 officersAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Housing Standards Team Leader to join our Private Sector Residential Standards team within the Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing service that ensures safe, legally compliant, and well-managed homes across the private rented sector.You will oversee a team responsible for property disrepair investigations, enforcement activities, tenancy and landlord compliance, HMO regulation, licensing processes, and proactive work aligned with the Renters' Rights Act and other relevant legislation.This position is ideal for someone who has previously led a housing standards or environmental health function and can step into a fast-paced operational leadership role with confidence.Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support a team of 6-10 Housing Standards Officers. Oversee complex casework relating to: Property disrepair Private sector housing enforcement Tenancy management issues HMO inspection and compliance Licensing schemes and enforcement Ensure timely and robust investigations and enforcement under relevant housing legislation. Provide expert advice on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and ensure consistent application across the team. Monitor workload, performance, and service delivery standards. Support the implementation of policies relating to the Renters' Rights Act and other emerging regulatory requirements. Represent the service in internal meetings, multi-agency work, or legal proceedings where required. Essential Requirements HHSRS qualification (mandatory). Demonstrable experience working within private sector housing standards. Previous experience as a Team Leader, Senior Officer, or Manager within a housing enforcement or environmental health team. Strong understanding of legislation including: Housing Act 2004 Renters' Rights Act HMO licensing requirements Landlord and tenant regulations Excellent organisational and people-management skills. Ability to manage complex enforcement cases and support officers in decision-making. What We Offer Competitive pay at 28 per Umbrella or PAYE equivalent Flexible hybrid working (2 days in office). The opportunity to lead a respected housing standards service and contribute to safe, high-quality homes in the private rented sector. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Building Surveyor Swindon £46 per hour Umbrella (inside IR35) Ready to use your surveying expertise to improve thousands of homes and community buildings? Our local authority client is seeking a proactive Repairs Surveyor to help deliver a high quality, value for money revenue repairs service across approximately 10,500 tenanted homes, 3,000 garages and 700 corporate and commercial operational properties. You will work closely with contractors, housing officers and building users to diagnose issues, ensure safety and compliance, and keep customers at the heart of every decision. Why Join This Team? Make a visible difference across a large and varied public sector portfolio Supportive culture with clear development pathways and professional training Strong focus on safety, compliance and customer satisfaction Opportunity to shape service improvements and modern working practices Competitive package with stable, meaningful work that benefits local communities Key Responsibilities Manage day to day responsive repairs across domestic and commercial properties Undertake surveys, diagnose gas service faults and specify effective solutions Plan and support safety inspection programmes in line with Regulations and service standards Raise and manage work orders and variations with accurate, timely documentation Liaise with contractors, provide risk assessments and monitor health and safety on site Ensure compliance, certification currency and adherence to CDM and asbestos regulations Support housing officers with complex technical matters and no access cases Survey, specify and manage works related to insurance damage and disrepair claims, including expert witness duties Assist with budgets, valuations, variations, contractual claims and complaint resolution Maintain records and contribute to continuous service improvement and performance targets What They're Looking For Minimum 2 years of building surveying and inspection experience including contract administration Strong knowledge of construction methods, building faults, remedial measures and relevant legislation Solid understanding of disrepair frameworks, planning and building regulations, and CDM Confident diagnosing repairs, recommending cost effective solutions and approving day to day expenditure Clear communicator who can engage tenants, leaseholders, colleagues and external partners Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with experience using property and repairs systems HNC or equivalent in a construction related discipline and a current driving licence Flexible, improvement minded and comfortable supervising or inducting staff when required Take the next step in your surveying career with a role that blends technical challenge, community impact and professional growth. Apply now. For an informal discussion, contact Declan Bacon at Carrington West on (phone number removed).

Job Title: Clerk of Works - Social Housing (Repairs, Damp & Mould) Location: South London Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP About the Role We're working with a respected social housing provider in South London to recruit an experienced Clerk of Works on a permanent basis, focused on overseeing repairs, maintenance, and damp & mould remediation across their housing stock. This is a key role ensuring that residents live in safe, well-maintained homes and that contractors deliver work to the highest standards. You will be responsible for on-site inspections , reporting , and ensuring works are completed in line with SOR codes , contract specifications, and building regulations. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who's detail-oriented, technically sound, and confident working in a fast-paced housing repairs environment. Key Responsibilities Conduct detailed pre- and post-inspections on repairs, voids , and damp & mould cases Diagnose issues on-site, identify root causes, and recommend remedial actions Monitor and report on the quality and compliance of contractors' work Ensure all works are accurately scoped and coded using Schedule of Rates (SOR) Record and report findings using mobile technology and produce detailed inspection reports with photographic evidence Escalate quality or compliance concerns in line with internal procedures Work closely with surveyors, repairs officers, and resident liaison teams Ensure all works meet health & safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies Requirements Demonstrable experience as a Clerk of Works , Repairs Inspector, or similar role in the social housing sector Strong technical knowledge in building repairs, with emphasis on damp, mould, disrepair , and general maintenance Proven experience using SOR codes to scope and validate works Sound understanding of building pathology and construction techniques Excellent reporting and communication skills Confident using handheld devices and job management systems Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (mileage covered) Relevant qualifications (HNC/HND in Building Studies, CIOB, or RICS membership) desirable but not essential What's on Offer Salary up to 45,000 per annum Mileage and expenses covered How to Apply If you're a skilled Clerk of Works with a passion for quality and a background in social housing repairs - particularly in damp and mould - we want to hear from you. Apply now with your CV!

Damp & Mould Surveyor - North London Location: North London Salary: 32 PAYE or 40 Umbrella- Hour Contract Type: Temp We are seeking experienced Damp & Mould Surveyor to join a forward-thinking housing team in North London on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a surveying role, focusing on disrepair and damp & mould cases across social housing stock, with the chance to make a genuine impact on residents' homes and lives. The successful candidates will have a strong background in social housing disrepair , with the ability to produce Scott Schedules, provide expert witness reports, and present cases in court. This role offers long-term stability, progression opportunities, and the opportunity to work on high-profile cases in a supportive team environment. Key Responsibilities Carry out detailed inspections and surveys on social housing properties, focusing on disrepair and damp & mould cases Prepare Scott Schedules and technical reports for legal disrepair cases Act as an expert witness and present cases in court where required Work closely with legal teams, housing officers, and contractors to resolve disrepair claims Provide expert advice on remedial works, ensuring compliance with housing standards and regulations Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing legislation, building pathology, and disrepair case law Deliver excellent customer service to residents and stakeholders, ensuring clear and professional communication Needed: Proven background in social housing disrepair and damp & mould surveying Experience preparing Scott Schedules and acting as an expert witness in legal proceedings Strong knowledge of housing standards, landlord and tenant law, and building regulations Excellent technical knowledge of building pathology and diagnostics Confident communicator with strong written and verbal reporting skills Full UK driving licence What's on Offer 32/H PAYE or 40/H Umbrella Temp role with career progression opportunities Chance to work on high-profile legal disrepair cases within social housing Supportive working environment with ongoing development Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Surveyor with social housing experience to step into a challenging and rewarding permanent role in North London. If you have the technical expertise and the drive to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.