Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing)

October 7, 2026

Job Category: Environmental Health & Trading Standards
Job Location: South East England
Job Type: Contract

Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing) – Essex

I’m currently working with a Local Authority in Essex who are looking to bring in an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer on an initial 3-month rolling contract.

  • Up to £50 per hour
  • 2 days per week on site
  • 3-month rolling contract

The role will involve a broad range of Private Sector Housing and enforcement work, including:

  • HMO licensing
  • HHSRS inspections and assessments
  • Housing enforcement
  • Investigating housing complaints
  • Preparing statutory notices and enforcement documentation
  • Working with landlords and tenants to achieve compliance
  • Applying relevant housing legislation and enforcement powers

The successful candidate will need previous Local Authority Private Sector Housing experience, with strong knowledge of HMO licensing, HHSRS and housing enforcement.

If you’re available for a new contract and this sounds like something you’d be interested in, please get in touch with Oliver at oliver.e@stonehouserg.com

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