Enforcement Manager
Brackenberry Limited, Grays, Thurrock
Enforcement Manager
£40635-£53516
Brackenberry Limited, Grays, Thurrock
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 26 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 4dd5c7a5969e4278860ef659f82d9569
Location ref: Grays, Thurrock
Full Job Description
We are working closely with local authority in Thurrock to assist with the appointment of an Enforcement Manager, on a 2-months contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration., The Enforcement Manager - Facilities & Environment will lead and manage enforcement activities relating to housing compliance, selective licensing, environmental standards, and property-related enforcement within the Council's regulatory framework. The postholder will oversee enforcement operations aimed at improving housing standards, addressing non-compliance, anti-social behaviour (ASB), and poor property management practices, while ensuring enforcement actions are lawful, proportionate, evidence-based, and aligned with statutory responsibilities. Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage enforcement activity within housing, facilities, and environmental compliance programmes, including licensing breaches, housing standards issues, and anti-social behaviour (ASB)-related matters.
- Ensure robust evidence gathering, including witness statements, interviews under caution (PACE), photographic evidence, and supporting case documentation.
- Contribute to policy development, procedural improvements, internal guidance, and continuous service enhancement.
- Act as the Council's lead officer in tribunals, court proceedings, hearings, legal case conferences, and enforcement-related meetings.
- Conduct audits of casework and enforcement decisions to promote consistency, legal compliance, and service quality.
Degree or professional qualification in Housing, Environmental Health, Building Surveying, Property Management, Regulatory Services, or a related discipline. - Completed HHSRS (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) certification. Essentials:
- Substantial experience in housing or regulatory enforcement, preferably within a local authority or public sector environment.
- Experience preparing legal documentation and presenting enforcement cases at tribunal, court, or formal hearing level.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation including the Housing Act 2004, Housing and Planning Act 2016, ASB legislation, PACE, tenancy law, and regulatory frameworks.
- Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across the borough as required.