HMO Licensing & Enforcement Officer

Bluestones Staffing is partnering with Belfast City Council to hire an HMO Licensing and Enforcement Officer on a temporary ongoing basis within the City & Neighbourhoods Services Department.

Hours: 37 hours per week
Job Type: Temporary ongoing via Agency
Rate of Pay: £16.12 per hour
Location: Belfast City Centre

Key Purpose of the Job: 

To be responsible to the line manager for the effective and efficient performance of duties relating to the licensing and enforcement of the Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Licensing Scheme for councils throughout the North. The role ensures the council complies with legislative requirements and supports the overall objectives of the NI HMO Unit.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections, surveys, site visits, interviews, and research in relation to HMO licensing and enforcement throughout NI.
• Validate assigned HMO applications, ensuring timely submission of relevant information and fees in line with the licensing framework.
• Support investigative, monitoring, enforcement, educational, and advisory duties in all council areas.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Monitor and action complaints relating to anti-social behaviour and environmental quality linked to licensed HMOs, preparing reports and providing evidence for enforcement as required.
• Assist with monitoring and addressing complaints regarding unlicensed HMOs, preparing reports and taking enforcement action when necessary.
• Liaise with elected representatives, external bodies, landlords, and residents.
• Complete administrative tasks related to licensing and enforcement.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures to improve service efficiency.
• Attend and represent the council at meetings with the public, community groups, landlords, and other agencies regarding HMO licensing.

Essential Criteria:

• Full, current UK Driver’s License and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• A third-level qualification in a relevant field (e.g., waste management, law, environmental studies) or at least 2 years of experience in: Legislative enforcement and application, including administration of enforcement actions / Investigation of complaints and taking remedial action.
• Ability to write complex reports and correspond with various stakeholders.
• Technical knowledge of relevant waste, litter, and environmental legislation.
• IT proficiency in standard office programs.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay whilst with agency
• 24-hour candidate hub
• On-call support for emergencies

To apply, please submit your CV below or send it directly to blathnaid.mcelduff@bluestones-staffing.co.uk for immediate consideration. This role closes on 18th October 2024 @ 12pm.