PSH Officer

  • Vivid Resourcing Ltd
  • Nov 09, 2026
Contractor

Job Description

Interim Private Sector Housing Officer (HMO)

Essex 3 days per Week 1/2 Days On-Site ASAP Start

A Local Authority in Dorset is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to provide support within the Private Sector Housing team, with a particular focus on HMO licensing, inspections and enforcement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an officer with strong HMO experience to join a busy team and assist with ongoing workloads across the service.

The Role

  • Carrying out HMO inspections
  • HMO licensing and compliance work
  • Investigating housing complaints
  • Enforcement under housing legislation
  • Working closely with landlords, tenants and agents
  • Supporting the wider Private Sector Housing team

Requirements

  • Previous Local Authority Private Sector Housing experience
  • Strong HMO knowledge and practical experience
  • Experience undertaking inspections and enforcement activities
  • Able to work independently within a busy caseload

Contract Details

  • 3 days per week
  • 1/2 days on-site
  • ASAP start