Environmental Health Compliance Officer

ABC Food Law Ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC Food Law Ltd is seeking a motivated Environmental Health Compliance Officer to join our Environmental Health Team in Burnley. In this role, you will safeguard public health and ensure local food businesses meet compliance standards.

We're looking for individuals with a passion for food safety, the ability to interpret complex information, and a track record of managing customer needs effectively. This position values professional growth and innovation within a supportive local authority.

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised Environmental Health qualification or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Ability to interpret complex technical and legal information.
• Capable of making objective assessments and regulating proportionately.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard public health and ensure compliance in local food businesses.
• Provide practical advice and undertake inspections.
• Investigate complaints and apply legislation fairly.

Skills

Environmental Health qualification

Interpret complex technical information

Make objective assessments

Work to deadlines

Recognise customer needs

Manage self and resources

Education

Recognised Environmental Health qualification or equivalent

Job description

Join our Environmental Health Team and help protect public health while supporting local businesses to thrive.

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Environmental Health Compliance Officer with a passion for food safety to join our friendly and professional Environmental Health team. Whether you're an experienced officer or a newly qualified professional looking to build your career, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive and forward‑thinking local authority.

About the Role

As an Environmental Health Officer specialising in food safety, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding public health and maintaining confidence in local food businesses. Working across a diverse range of premises, you'll provide practical advice, undertake inspections, investigate complaints, and apply legislation fairly and proportionately.

You’ll build positive relationships with businesses, helping them understand their responsibilities and achieve high standards of compliance, while taking enforcement action where necessary to protect the public.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who:

• Holds a recognised Environmental Health qualification or equivalent relevant qualification
• Can interpret complex technical and legal information and communicate it clearly to a wide range of audiences
• Has the ability to make objective assessments and regulate in a proportionate way
• Has the ability to work to deadlines and manage conflicting demands on your time
• Has the ability to recognise customer needs and adopt strategies to meet those needs
• Has the ability to manage self and resources to produce high quality services

This post is politically restricted under Section 3 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

Why Join Us?

At Burnley, you’ll find a supportive environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. We encourage innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and we’re committed to helping our employees succeed.