Environmental Health Officer / Technical Officer (Private Sector Housing)

Waverley Borough Council are an ambitious, dynamic and innovative local authority and we are proud of being one of the highest performing Councils in the country.

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing) with a background working in housing, property or environmental health to join our experienced, supportive and enthusiastic team.

In this role, you will take on casework and contribute work that drives meaningful change. You will play a vital role in housing complaints, inspections and investigations. You will work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will directly influence housing quality and compliance.

You must have experience in Private Sector Housing Inspections and/or Regulation and have a good working knowledge of Environmental Health and Private Sector Housing legislation.

Occasional evening and weekend work may be required along with a full and valid driving licence and use of a car during working hours

This post is politically restricted

How to apply -

Please ensure you submit a supporting statement setting out how you meet the essential criteria on the job description when you submit your CV.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Suzanne Robinson on 01483 523034

Closing date for applications: 9:00am on the 22^nd April 2025

Interview date: 2nd May 2025

 

About us -

In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council

The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here

We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here

Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process

 

Strictly no agencies please.