Temporary Regulatory Services Officer (Empty Homes)

Temporary Regulatory Services Officer (Empty Homes)

Ellesmere Port

£30,507 - £33,799 pa (CWAC NJC – Grade 9)

Ref: W538

Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council is a dynamic organisation, which strives to provide high quality services for its customers and communities. Our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment lie at the heart of the authority promoting a place where everyone can thrive.

Cheshire West and Chester Regulatory Services are looking for a highly motivated individual, with a can do attitude to carry out all work involving bringing empty homes back into use and undertake the appropriate enforcement action including compulsory purchase and enforced sale. 

You will be a natural investigator with excellent communication skills, an attention to detail and a passion for housing and customer service. You will have a knowledge of the legislation and guidance relating to housing and environmental health with a comprehensive understanding of the compulsory purchase of empty homes and enforced sales.

A relevant professional qualification is essential but consideration would also be given to those with significant equivalent experience in this field. Previous experience and/or qualification in Environmental Health or other related field is desirable.

The position is temporary, funded until 31 March 2021 at full time hours (37 hours).

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Carl Murphy on 01244 973108 or Andrew Challinor on 01606 288658.

Closing date: 18^th October 2019