Sharper Consulting Services Ltd

Our client in Hertfordshire is seeking an officer to support the improvement of housing conditions in the private sector, including enforcement of housing standards, the regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), bringing empty homes back into use, and administering Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs). Duties Investigate housing condition complaints in the private rented sector, carrying out inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) . Enforce housing legislation including the Housing Act 2004 , preparing and serving notices, prohibition orders, and taking legal action where necessary. Assess and process Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) applications, including carrying out preliminary inspections, liaising with Occupational Therapists, and overseeing the delivery of necessary adaptations. Support the delivery of the councils Empty Homes strategy , including identifying long-term vacant properties, engaging with owners, and using enforcement powers to bring them back into use where appropriate. Inspect and regulate Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) , ensuring compliance with licensing conditions and relevant legislation. Provide professional advice and support to landlords, tenants, and members of the public on housing conditions and improvement options. Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Legal, Social Care, Housing Options) and external agencies (e.g. Fire Service, Police) to manage complex or vulnerable housing cases. Represent the council in legal proceedings, tribunals, and multi-agency casework as needed. Keep accurate and timely records of inspections, enforcement actions, grant applications, and casework. Essential Requirements: Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health or related housing qualification. Proven experience in a local authority setting dealing with private sector housing enforcement, HMOs, and DFGs. HHSRS trained and demonstrably competent. Good understanding of the Housing Act 2004 , DFG process, HMO licensing, and enforcement powers. Ability to manage a varied caseload independently with strong organisational and case management skills. Knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grant legislation, processes, and funding frameworks. Membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) or similar body.

Our client based in Gloucestershire is currently looking for a Private Sector Housing Officer available immediately to cover a vacancy within the team on a temporary basis for approximately 3-6 months. They are looking for someone who has the skills and experience to carry out enforcement duties in relation to landlords and tenants to ensure improvements to the private rented sector. This will include HHSRS inspections as well as HMO licensing. It is crucial that you can manage you own workload and hit the ground running as there will be work to get going with right away. Whilst some work can be undertaken remotely, this is a front line role which will require the candidate to be close to the district but there is remote working available 2/3 days per week. Full time hours circa 40- 45 per hour

Sharper Consulting Services are working on behalf of our local authority client in Kent in their search of an Environmental Health Officer/Private Sector Housing Officer. You will play an integral role in enforcement, grants, and energy efficiency initiatives across the borough. Duties Investigate complaints, conduct HHSRS inspections, and enforce housing standards. License and regulate HMOs, ensuring safety and compliance. Deiver Disabed Facilities Grants (DFGs) and financial assistance to improve housing conditions. Work with landlords, tenants, and partners to tackle substandard housing and reduce empty homes. Take egal action where necessary, including serving notices and prosecuting non-compliance. Lead caravan site icensing and enforce minimum energy efficiency standards. Provide expert housing advice and contribute to policy development. About You BSc/MSc in Environmental Health + HHSRS Certificate Experience in housing enforcement, HMO licensing, and grants processing Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage a busy caseload and work both independently & within a team Full UK driving license and willingness to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours duties If you're ready to drive positive change in private sector housing, apply now!

Sharper Consulting Services is working with our client in the Private Sector in their search for Food Safety Consultants to join them on a permanent basis across the country! Locations include: Leeds Greater Manchester/Liverpool Salary depending on experience circa £35k - £45K + pa The Role: Conducting thorough inspections and assessments to identify potential safety hazards. Providing expert guidance and support to clients on implementing best practices in food safety and hygiene. Delivering comprehensive training sessions and workshops to educate staff on safety protocols and regulations. Collaborating with our dynamic team to develop innovative solutions and strategies for risk management. Monitoring and evaluating compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring adherence to legal requirements. You'll attend calibration sessions either virtually or in person for all new clients in order to obtain a detailed understanding of service delivery requirements. You will also carry out food hygiene and health & safety inspections and record audits at clients premises using designated software, as well as producing reports. You will provide advice and consultancy information for clients and carry out risk assessments for them (occupational, manual handling, personal protective equipment). About You: You will hold a relevant food safety and health & safety qualification usually a BSc Environmental Health or a minimum level 4 Food Safety plus relevant industry experience. You will have experience of conducting food safety and health and safety audits of hospitality premises with a focus on hotels, restaurants, pubs and bars. You will be able to organise your own time, comfortable working on your own and able to quickly learn new systems and software. You will be able to provide a constructive approach with clients and forge a professional relationship. For further information, do feel free to get in touch.