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Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer - Private Sector Housing Kent (Sittingbourne & surrounding areas) | Hybrid Working £40-£50 per hour (Umbrella) - Negotiable 28 hours per week | 9-month ongoing contract An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer to join a well-established Local Authority in Kent on an initial 9-month assignment. This is a key role focused on delivering high-quality Private Sector Housing services, tackling housing standards, disrepair, and improving living conditions across the borough. The Role You will lead on the delivery of housing enforcement and improvement functions, managing a varied caseload and supporting junior officers. Key duties include: Undertaking inspections and assessments of residential properties Enforcing housing legislation including HHSRS and disrepair cases Managing HMO licensing, compliance, and enforcement Investigating complaints and taking appropriate legal action where required Attending court/tribunals as an expert witness Managing empty properties, drainage issues, and environmental concerns Supervising and supporting technical officers Providing expert advice to stakeholders, landlords, and residents Full responsibilities aligned with the attached job description Requirements (ESSENTIAL) Proven experience within a Local Authority / Council or Housing Association ONLY Strong background in Private Sector Housing / Environmental Health Experience with HHSRS, enforcement action, and housing legislation Knowledge of HMO licensing and regulatory compliance Experience attending court/tribunal proceedings Ability to manage complex caseloads and work autonomously Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsWorking Arrangements Hybrid: 2 days office/site visits, 2 days from home Hours: 4 days per week (7 hours per day) Office Base: Sittingbourne, Kent Interviews: Online via MS Teams Closing Date: 03/05/2026Apply If you are an experienced Senior EHO / Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next contract, apply today with your CV. Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

We are currently working with a well‑established local authority housing provider seeking an experienced Housing Officer to join their Neighbourhood Services team on an interim basis. This is a hands‑on role managing a defined patch of homes, with responsibility for tenancy management, estate standards, anti‑social behaviour, and resident engagement. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership of a neighbourhood and delivering visible outcomes for residents. Key Responsibilities Manage a patch of council homes, ensuring estates are safe, well‑maintained, and compliant Carry out planned and reactive estate inspections, identifying repairs, estate improvements, and tenancy breaches Investigate and manage ASB cases, including complex cases involving vulnerability, safeguarding, and environmental nuisance Deliver tenancy management activities including sign‑ups, successions, mutual exchanges, and tenancy audits Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns such as hoarding, domestic abuse, or mental health needs, making appropriate referrals Support void and rent‑loss minimisation through pre‑termination inspections, pre‑let viewings, and swift re‑lets Manage abandoned properties and ensure legal processes are followed where enforcement action is required Handle complaints and enquiries from residents, Councillors, and MPs Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to deliver joined‑up solutions About You Proven experience in a Housing Officer / Neighbourhood Officer role within a local authority or social housing setting Strong working knowledge of housing law, landlord & tenant legislation, and ASB tools and powers Confident managing complex cases involving vulnerable residents Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate, influence, and problem‑solve Able to manage a busy caseload independently while meeting deadlines IT‑literate and comfortable working with housing management systems Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use Additional Information Hybrid working with regular estate and office presence Immediate or short‑notice starters preferredIf you're an experienced Housing Officer looking for your next interim opportunity and enjoy being out on patch making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV to discuss further