Location
5 Pancras Square, Camden, London, N1C 4AG

Hours
Full Time - 36 hours per week

Salary
£52,205 - £59,484 per annum plus 7% annual retention payment and £2,000 ‘golden hello’

About the Role
As a Principal Environmental Health Officer within Camden Council's Private Sector Housing Service, part of the Homes and Communities Directorate, your primary focus will be to raise standards in Camden's private rented sector. You will lead enforcement and compliance inspections supporting Houses in Multiple Occupation licensing schemes. This role enables you to utilise a comprehensive range of enforcement tools, including Civil Penalty Notices and Banning Orders, to tackle substandard housing.

In addition, you will promote grants and landlord accreditation schemes as effective alternatives to enforcement, aiming to improve the private housing landscape in Camden, with a particular emphasis on rental properties.

You will also have the opportunity to support and mentor a team of professional officers, guiding their development and performance to achieve service objectives.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires a Basic DBS check.

Experience
Proven experience working collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop innovative and creative approaches to service delivery. Demonstrated ability to manage, organise, and coordinate cross-service projects leading to successful outcomes. Experience providing advice on complex cases and acting as a mentor for training purposes.

About You
You will be a qualified Environmental Health Officer registered with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) or hold Chartered status. You will have detailed knowledge and understanding of the Housing Act 2004 and other relevant legislative frameworks related to improving housing management and conditions, with practical application to casework.

Qualifications
Qualified Environmental Health Officer with certificate of registration issued by the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) or Chartered status.