Property Standards and Empty Homes Officer
  • England,South East,Surrey
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • £18.90 - £24.61 per hour
Job Description:
Full job descriptionProperty Standards & Empty Homes Officer needed in Esher Paying £18.90 per hr ref OR113904
Full time hours on a temporary basis
Key Responsibilities
Empty Homes*Identify and investigate long-term empty residential properties.
*Engage with owners to encourage occupation, refurbishment, or sale of empty homes.
*Develop action plans to bring properties back into use.
*Maintain accurate records of vacant properties and monitor progress.
*Provide advice on funding opportunities, grants, loans, and available support.
Property Standards*Investigate complaints regarding poor housing conditions.
*Conduct property inspections and assess housing standards.
*Identify hazards, defects, and risks within residential properties.
*Provide advice and guidance to landlords, managing agents, and property owners.
*Monitor compliance with housing standards and relevant legislation.
Enforcement and Compliance*Take appropriate action where housing standards are not met.
*Prepare reports, evidence, and documentation relating to property condition cases.
*Support enforcement activities and legal proceedings where required.
*Ensure compliance with relevant housing, health and safety, and environmental regulations.
Stakeholder Engagement*Develop effective relationships with landlords, tenants, managing agents, developers, and community organisations.
*Negotiate solutions to improve property conditions and occupancy levels.
*Promote awareness of housing quality standards and empty homes initiatives.
*Respond to enquiries and provide professional advice to customers and stakeholders.
Case Management and Reporting*Manage a varied caseload of property standards and empty homes cases.
*Maintain accurate records and databases.
*Produce reports, statistics, and performance information.
*Monitor progress against service objectives and targets.
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to quoting the reference number.
Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared
Job number 4110633

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