Housing Renewal Officer

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Job description

Housing Renewal Officer
Location: Long Eaton
Hourly rate: 35 umbrella
Length: Part time - 24 hours - 13 weeks

About the Role:
Greenacre Recruitment are seeking a dedicated Housing Renewal Officer to improve housing standards in the private sector, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and promoting energy efficiency. This role is crucial for addressing poor housing conditions, supporting housing objectives, and reducing health impacts linked to inadequate housing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to housing condition concerns in the private and social sectors, conducting inspections and recommending solutions for disrepair.
• Advise landlords, tenants, and property owners on property standards and energy conservation.
• Issue statutory notices and oversee corrective work, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Manage and contribute to the disabled facilities grant program.
• Collaborate with energy providers and local partners to maximize home energy efficiency opportunities.
• Support the development of policies on affordable warmth and fuel poverty.

Requirements:

• Experience in housing inspections, statutory notices, and enforcement, ideally with a focus on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.
• Education: Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or HNC Construction (or equivalent).
• Certificate of Competence in HHSRS is desirable.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to work outside standard hours if needed.

To discuss this role in more depth, please phone Kelly Power on (phone number removed)

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Greenacre Recruitment Ltd who are operating as a recruitment agency and business.

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