Job Opportunity: Private Housing Inspection Officer
Are you a professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring safe and habitable living conditions? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Private Housing Inspection Officer.
Role Overview: As a Private Housing Inspection Officer, you will be responsible for conducting inspections of residential properties within a designated area. These inspections are crucial for ensuring compliance with housing standards and the safety of occupants. The role involves interacting with landlords and tenants, utilizing a mobile inspection app, and producing comprehensive inspection reports.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct inspections of residential properties within a selective licensing scheme, adhering to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
- Manage your own appointments with landlords and tenants, ensuring effective communication and timely inspections.
- Utilize a mobile inspection app provided by the Council to record inspection findings and generate inspection reports.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of inspection reports, including scoring under HHSRS and identifying necessary corrective actions.
- Liaise with the Council regarding any hazards posing imminent risk to occupants, supporting immediate response efforts.
- Submit inspection reports and associated documentation to the Council for quality assessment within specified timelines.
- Act professionally and maintain high standards of conduct and dress during inspections and interactions with clients and colleagues.
- Prioritize health and safety, both on-site and during travel, and cooperate with Council's health and safety protocols.
- Manage workload efficiently, completing allocated inspections within designated timeframes.
Requirements and Remuneration:
- HHSRS qualification and a minimum of 2 years recent housing enforcement inspection experience.
- Ability to manage multiple inspection addresses and work flexibly between 8am to 10pm by appointment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional demeanor.
- Commitment to health and safety protocols and compliance with Council's procedures.
- Monthly invoicing and payment based on successful quality assessment of inspection documentation.
- Willingness to engage in dispute resolution with landlords/tenants and attend tribunal hearings as necessary.
