Housing Standards Officer

Employer: Stafford Borough & Cannock Chase District Councils
Location: Stafford, Staffordshire
Salary: £40,444 – £44,253 per annum
Grade: Grade I (SCP 28–32)
Contract: Fixed-term, 18 months
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working pattern: Full-time, flexible hours
Closing date: Sunday 11 October 2026
Reference: DHH134

About the Role

Stafford Borough & Cannock Chase District Councils are looking for an experienced Housing Standards Officer to join their Regulatory Services team.

The role offers an opportunity to help improve the health and wellbeing of residents while supporting the councils in responding to changes in private rented housing, including the protections introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act.

You will provide a proactive and reactive, customer-focused service and carry out statutory duties covering areas including:

• Licensing of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs)
• Housing inspections and enforcement
• Housing assistance and advice
• Empty homes
• Energy efficiency
• Tenancy relations
• Mobile homes

About You

The councils are looking for someone who is self-motivated, confident and has sound knowledge of surveying domestic premises to identify defects and appropriate remedies.

You should also have experience or knowledge of using the Housing, Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and understand the powers available to local authorities to maintain standards in private dwellings.

Candidates should have:

• An Environmental Health or other suitable qualification in housing or the built environment
• Experience in property inspection, or demonstrable practical skills in this area
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with the public and professionals
• Experience in report writing and drafting legal notices
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A flexible approach and commitment to delivering excellent services to residents

Benefits

The councils offer a range of benefits, including:

• Flexitime scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 27.5 days annual leave, increasing to 32.5 days after five years of continuous local government service
• Discounted Council Leisure Centre membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free car parking
• Essential Car User Allowance
• Payment of one professional fee per year

Visa Sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is not mentioned in the vacancy advert. Applicants who require Skilled Worker sponsorship should confirm eligibility and sponsorship availability directly with the employer before applying.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted online through the Stafford and Cannock recruitment portal.

Application: https://staffordandcannockjobs.engageats.co.uk/

Alternatively, applicants can contact the recruitment team on 01785 619000 or email recruitment@staffordbc.gov.uk, quoting the role number.

Closing date: Sunday 11 October 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 12 or 19 October 2026