Environmental Health Officer

Environmental Health Officer – Facilities & Environment – 6 Month Contract

• Previous local authority/council Environmental Health experience
  

Job Description

Job Title

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Health & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce relevant Environmental Health legislation, regulations, and statutory requirements.
  
• Conduct inspections of commercial, public sector, and community premises.
  
• Monitor compliance with environmental and public health standards.
  
• Investigate environmental health concerns and determine appropriate corrective actions.
  

Facilities & Environmental Management

• Undertake inspections relating to facilities management, environmental quality, and public health.
  
• Monitor environmental standards across council-owned and managed facilities.
  
• Advise on health, safety, environmental risks, and compliance issues.
  
• Support the development and implementation of environmental improvement initiatives.
  

Complaint Investigation & Resolution

• Investigate complaints relating to noise nuisance, statutory nuisance, waste and refuse issues, pollution incidents, odour, smoke, dust, and environmental hazards.
  
• Gather evidence and determine appropriate enforcement action where required.
  
• Provide practical advice and support to residents, businesses, and stakeholders.
  

Enforcement & Legal Action

• Prepare and serve statutory notices where appropriate.
  
• Maintain robust case files and evidential records.
  
• Prepare reports, witness statements, and legal documentation.
  
• Support prosecutions, appeals, and enforcement proceedings where necessary.
  

Partnership Working

• Liaise with council departments, contractors, external agencies, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders.
  
• Work collaboratively to resolve environmental and public health issues.
  
• Represent the service at meetings and stakeholder engagement events.
  

Records, Reporting & Performance

• Maintain accurate records using corporate systems.
  
• Produce inspection reports, enforcement documentation, and management information.
  
• Monitor performance against service objectives and statutory requirements.
  
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and best practice development.
  

Working Environment

• Combination of office-based, site-based, and fieldwork activities.
  
• Regular inspections of facilities, commercial premises, and public spaces.
  
• Interaction with businesses, residents, contractors, and partner agencies.
  
• Fast-paced environment managing a varied and complex caseload.
  

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Health or a related discipline.
  
• Eligibility to practice as an Environmental Health Officer.
  

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) or equivalent professional body.
  

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Environmental Health legislation and regulatory frameworks.
  
• Understanding of environmental protection and public health principles.
  
• Knowledge of statutory nuisance legislation and enforcement procedures.
  
• Understanding of evidence gathering, investigations, and legal processes.
  
• Knowledge of facilities-related environmental standards and compliance requirements.
  

Experience

• Experience working as an Environmental Health Officer or within Environmental Health services.
  
• Experience conducting inspections, investigations, and compliance assessments.
  
• Experience handling environmental complaints and statutory nuisance cases.
  
• Experience preparing reports, notices, and enforcement documentation.
  
• Experience applying environmental legislation and regulatory guidance.
  

• Previous local authority or council Environmental Health experience.
  
• Experience within Facilities & Environment services.
  
• Experience attending court proceedings or supporting prosecutions.
  
• Experience managing complex environmental health investigations.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent investigative and analytical skills.
  
• Strong report-writing and documentation abilities.
  
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation effectively.
  
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and competing priorities.
  
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and make sound professional judgements.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
  

Other

• Ability to undertake site inspections and visits as required.
  
• Commitment to delivering high-quality customer-focused services.
  
• Ability to manage sensitive and complex situations professionally.
  
• Flexible approach to service delivery and operational requirements.
  

Additional Information

• This is a 6-month temporary contract
  
• Rate: £40.00 per hour (Umbrella)
  
• Pay is provided on a bi-weekly basis
  
• Previous local authority/council Environmental Health experience is highly desirable
  
• Opportunity to work within a busy Facilities & Environment service
  
• Immediate start available