Job Description

Organisation

Southampton City Council

Service Area

Environment

Job Location

Southampton Civic Centre, SO14 7LY

Contract Length

Permanent

Work Hours

Full time 37 hours per week

Salary

32,061 to 36,362 per annum

Closing Date

30/10/2025

Job Reference

16117
and Person Specification
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 wardens 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 wardens are responsible for actively promoting responsible management and operation of HMOs throughout the City in line with these schemes, responding to complaints of poor conditions and nuisance, undertaking surveys and gathering intelligence on HMOs within the City.

HMO licensing warden

We need additional wardens to carry out complaint investigations, surveys and to work in the community to actively promote safe suitable HMO accommodation throughout the city. This ensures that these HMOs meet national and local requirements for safety, fire safety, space & amenities. The role includes


Undertaking external surveys of HMO properties & making recommendations for remedial action Liaising with landlords and tenants to promote good management and citizenship Gathering intelligence on unlicensed or poorly managed HMOs 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 To be physically fit, be able to work outdoors, often carrying & loading bulky items.

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.

W

hat 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 local government pension 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

F

or further information on our benefits package please visit:

Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk)

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 David.yorke@southampton.gov.uk.

Recruitment contact details:

Email: recruitment@southampton.gov.uk


Tel: 023 8083 4033

For more information about SCC please visit

Southampton City Council

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