Job Description

We have some exciting opportunities for a number of permanent, full-time posts in the HMO licensing team. Due to the implementation of a new Additional licensing scheme in October, we are expanding the current team and are looking for HMO licensing Surveyors to join Southampton City Council (SCC).
The HMO licensing team is responsible for delivering the mandatory licensing of all larger Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in the city and is about to implement a further Additional HMO licensing scheme. Our HMO surveyors are responsible for carrying out inspections of HMOs to ensure they meet national and local standards in relation to safety, fire safety, space standards and amenities and to deal with complaints and issues that arise from HMOs throughout the City.
HMO Licensing Surveyor(s)
We need additional surveyors to carry out the inspections of these HMOs to ensure they meet national and local requirements for safety, fire safety, space & amenities. The role includes

• Undertaking inspections and surveys of properties
• Drawing up floor plans & completing inspection reports
• Liaising with landlords and tenants
• Investigating complaints in relation to poor conditions and nuisance from HMOs

For further information about this role please view the job description.
About you:
We are looking for self-motivated and hard-working individuals to join the team. You will need to demonstrate knowledge and experience of construction and building, particularly in relation to residential premises. Experience of using the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS) & inspecting HMOs would be advantageous, as would holding a surveying or housing inspection qualification.
You will need;

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• The ability to effectively manage your own workload & work independently
• Excellent IT skills

It would be desirable to have;

• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance relating to licensing and enforcement of HMOs
• Practical experience of surveying residential properties including HMOs
• Certification or accreditation in surveying or assessing properties.

What we can offer you:
Salary: The salary band for this role is 32,061 - 36,362. The starting salary is 32,061 with annual progression through the salary bands.
Here at SCC we have a range of different perks and benefits, a few examples can be found below.

• Excellent

with 16.8% employer contribution * Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)

• Generous holiday 25-31 days, based on role and service
• Flexible working options (role-dependent)
• Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
• Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
• Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
• Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
• Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
• Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
• Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
• Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

For further information on our benefits package please visit:
If you feel you have the necessary background, experience, and skills to undertake this role we would like to hear from you.
Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Contact details for informal discussion:
For further information and details regarding the post please contact David Yorke on 023 8083 3629 or
Recruitment contact details:
Email: recruitment@southampton.gov.uk
Tel: 023 8083 4033
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Organisation
Southampton City Council
Service Area
Environment
Job Location
Civic Centre
Work Hours
Full time 37 hours per week
Salary
32,061 - 36,362 per annum
Closing Date
30/09/2025
Job Reference
15988
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