Environmental Health Enforcement Officer

Overview

In this role you will join the Private Sector Housing and Licensing Team to regulate housing standards and enforce relevant legislation. You will ensure compliance, lead investigations, and drive improvements in housing condition for residents. The role combines enforcement with project leadership to deliver high-quality regulatory services. You will work in a dynamic, resident-focused council that supports professional development and flexible working alongside cross-functional teams.

Pay / Benefits

• Retention bonus £3,000
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Discounted gym memberships
• Savings from local shops and online retailers
• Season ticket and travelcard loans

Responsibilities

• Be an authorised officer for Private Sector Housing and Licensing, investigations into housing disrepair and non-compliance under Housing Act 2004 Parts 1-4 and Renters Rights Act 2025, including all enforcement work
• Undertake duties during standard hours and outside standard hours according to service needs
• Support wider regulatory services workstreams as appropriate
• Competent in the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
• Knowledge of HMO licensing and other licensing schemes in Waltham Forest
• Investigate breaches, serve notices, gather evidence and prepare prosecution and appeal cases
• Lead projects from inception to conclusion using project management techniques
• Be flexible with working times including early mornings or evening visits
• Plan and organise work to deliver service areas for which responsible

Key requirements

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health (i.e. BSc/MSc)
• Fully registered with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) as a Registered EHP (REnvH) or equivalent
• Candidates approaching full qualification and registration with EHRB/REnvH considered with appointment subject to achieving full qualification within timescale
• Suitable driver’s licence
• Satisfactory employment references and background checks (CIFAS identity checks)

• Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
• HMO licensing and related licensing schemes
• Investigation and case preparation for prosecution and appeals
• Project management techniques
• Regulatory enforcement actions
• Evidence gathering and documentation

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