OR115335 – Technical Licensing Officer (Grade D) – Housing

Work Pattern: 37 hours per week

PAYE Pay Rate: £17.38 per hour

Main Purpose:
To provide technical and administrative support for housing licensing, ensuring properties meet relevant standards, licensing requirements and Council procedures.

Typical Day

• Process and assess housing licence applications.
• Inspect properties and identify breaches or hazards.
• Provide advice to landlords, tenants and housing professionals.
• Investigate complaints and non-compliance.
• Prepare reports, notices and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate licensing and inspection records.
• Liaise with landlords, residents and internal Council teams.
• Support enforcement and follow-up actions where required.

Key Skills

• Housing licensing and property standards.
• Property inspections and assessment.
• Knowledge of housing legislation and regulations.
• Investigation and enforcement.
• Report writing and record keeping.
• Communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong attention to detail and organisation.

Essential Requirements

• Experience in housing licensing, property standards, environmental health or housing enforcement.
• Experience carrying out property inspections.
• Understanding of relevant housing legislation and licensing requirements.
• Ability to investigate complaints and breaches.
• Good IT, administration and report-writing skills.
• Experience working with landlords, tenants and other stakeholders.