Private Sector Housing Manager
| Posting date: | 13 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £46,843 to £52,618 per annum + additional Market Force supplement |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 December 2025 |
| Location: | Colchester, Essex |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Colchester City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | COLREQ01555 |
Summary
Location: Hybrid, office, home and site working
Interview date to be confirmed
As the second-largest district in Essex, Colchester is where rich history meets bold ambition. Our city is growing fast, and so is our drive in continuing to deliver high-quality, inclusive services for residents, businesses, and visitors. Private Sector Housing is at the heart of this, recognised as a key factor in public health and wellbeing.
With big changes on the horizon including the emerging Renters Rights Act, this is a prime opportunity to lead an innovative, future-focused team that’s ready to make real change.
Why Choose Colchester?
We’re proud of our people, our culture, and our commitment to supporting staff to thrive. At Colchester, you’ll find a workplace that values personal growth, flexibility, and your wellbeing. The Private Sector housing team that we have is one of the best in the region, with strong foundations you will inherit.
The Role: Private Sector Housing Manager
We’re looking for a strategic, driven leader to take charge of our high-performing Private Sector Housing team. You’ll act as the Council’s technical lead by guiding our enforcement work, preparing for incoming legislation, and ensuring vulnerable residents are protected.
But this is more than enforcement, this is visionary leadership. You’ll help shape how Colchester responds to national change, builds partnerships, and drives innovation in housing standards. Your impact will be felt city-wide as you:
- Lead and inspire a skilled, motivated team
- Act as the Council’s expert on Private Sector Housing strategy and enforcement
- Drive strategic readiness for the Renters Rights Act and future changes
- Support vulnerable residents through safeguarding and cross-agency work
- Deliver complex enforcement action—from HMO licensing to civil penalties
- Improve health outcomes by tackling unsafe, unhealthy housing
- Embed a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Represent Colchester at strategic and regional forums
- Contribute to wider goals across Environmental Health and Public Protection
What You’ll Bring
We’re after someone dynamic, experienced, and ready to lead with purpose. You’ll need:
- A qualified Environmental Health Practitioner (EHP) with strong post-qualification experience
- Confidence to lead autonomously and collaboratively
- A problem-solving mindset and excellent communication skills
- Expertise in housing enforcement and public health-led housing
- A track record in managing teams, budgets, and complex projects
This is your chance to make a real, lasting difference in one of the most progressive housing teams in the country.
For an informal chat regarding this vacancy, please contact Andrew Tyrrell, Head of Public Protection at Andrew.Tyrrell@colchester.gov.uk
Colchester City Council has a wide range of services and facilities that can involve dealing with children or vulnerable adults. We treat our obligations for the safety of children and vulnerable adults seriously and expect our staff to be committed to the principles of our published policies and to adhere to the procedures contained within them.
Interview date to be confirmed
As the second-largest district in Essex, Colchester is where rich history meets bold ambition. Our city is growing fast, and so is our drive in continuing to deliver high-quality, inclusive services for residents, businesses, and visitors. Private Sector Housing is at the heart of this, recognised as a key factor in public health and wellbeing.
With big changes on the horizon including the emerging Renters Rights Act, this is a prime opportunity to lead an innovative, future-focused team that’s ready to make real change.
Why Choose Colchester?
We’re proud of our people, our culture, and our commitment to supporting staff to thrive. At Colchester, you’ll find a workplace that values personal growth, flexibility, and your wellbeing. The Private Sector housing team that we have is one of the best in the region, with strong foundations you will inherit.
The Role: Private Sector Housing Manager
We’re looking for a strategic, driven leader to take charge of our high-performing Private Sector Housing team. You’ll act as the Council’s technical lead by guiding our enforcement work, preparing for incoming legislation, and ensuring vulnerable residents are protected.
But this is more than enforcement, this is visionary leadership. You’ll help shape how Colchester responds to national change, builds partnerships, and drives innovation in housing standards. Your impact will be felt city-wide as you:
- Lead and inspire a skilled, motivated team
- Act as the Council’s expert on Private Sector Housing strategy and enforcement
- Drive strategic readiness for the Renters Rights Act and future changes
- Support vulnerable residents through safeguarding and cross-agency work
- Deliver complex enforcement action—from HMO licensing to civil penalties
- Improve health outcomes by tackling unsafe, unhealthy housing
- Embed a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Represent Colchester at strategic and regional forums
- Contribute to wider goals across Environmental Health and Public Protection
What You’ll Bring
We’re after someone dynamic, experienced, and ready to lead with purpose. You’ll need:
- A qualified Environmental Health Practitioner (EHP) with strong post-qualification experience
- Confidence to lead autonomously and collaboratively
- A problem-solving mindset and excellent communication skills
- Expertise in housing enforcement and public health-led housing
- A track record in managing teams, budgets, and complex projects
This is your chance to make a real, lasting difference in one of the most progressive housing teams in the country.
For an informal chat regarding this vacancy, please contact Andrew Tyrrell, Head of Public Protection at Andrew.Tyrrell@colchester.gov.uk
Colchester City Council has a wide range of services and facilities that can involve dealing with children or vulnerable adults. We treat our obligations for the safety of children and vulnerable adults seriously and expect our staff to be committed to the principles of our published policies and to adhere to the procedures contained within them.
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