Housing Standards Officer – Boston Borough Council, Boston

Ready to Make a Real Difference? Join Our Housing Standards Team!

Boston Borough Council is looking for a passionate and proactive Housing Standards Officer to help shape the quality of housing across the Borough.

Are you ready for your next challenge? Do you want a role where every day brings variety, purpose, and the opportunity to improve people's lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Housing Standards Officer, you'll play a vital role in protecting residents, improving housing conditions, and ensuring landlords meet their responsibilities within the private rented sector. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a dynamic and supportive team while making a tangible difference in local communities.

A Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS check) in addition to a Basic Disclosure (DBS check) is a likely requirement of this role.

Job Overview

No two days are the same in this rewarding role. Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting risk-based property inspections and identifying housing hazards in accordance with the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Investigating and regulating Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), working closely with landlords and managing agents to achieve compliance.
• Processing HMO licence applications.
• Undertaking Immigration and Homes for Ukraine accommodation inspections.
• Bringing empty properties back into use across the Borough.
• Gathering evidence and preparing documentation to support enforcement action where necessary.
• Preparing professional evidence bundles for court proceedings and legal action.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is enthusiastic, adaptable and committed to delivering excellent outcomes.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience working within housing or a related field.
• A professional, calm and positive approach.
• The ability to balance empathy with objectivity.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong organisational, written and IT skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The confidence to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and build your expertise.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to build a rewarding career in a role where your work directly improves homes, communities and lives.

If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, embraces change, and enjoys working in a varied and meaningful role, we'd be excited to welcome you to our team.

Interested? Let's Talk

For an informal and confidential discussion about this fantastic opportunity, please contact:

Ian Grimwood
Senior Housing Standards Officer
📞 01205 314559 / 07929 356545
📧 Ian.Grimwood@boston.gov.uk

or

Luke Settle
Housing Standards Team Leader
📞 01205 314560 / 07767 643719
📧 Luke.Settle@boston.gov.uk