Environmental Health Officer

ZipRecruiter; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Brighton is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to improve housing conditions and ensure safety. This role involves inspections, legal enforcement, and collaboration with various agencies to uphold health standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications in Environmental Health and strong experience in property evaluations.

Qualifications

• Practical training in Environmental Health required.
• Ongoing CPD necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and investigations under housing legislation.
• Draft and serve statutory notices.
• Supervise works in default and prepare cases for prosecution.

Skills

Risk assessment

Property condition evaluation

Legal case assessment

Inspections

Report writing

Education

BSc or MSc in Environmental Health

Membership of CIEH

Registration with EHORB or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job purpose: To undertake a range of Environmental Health duties (specialising as directed) within Private Sector Housing to bring about improvements to housing conditions and to secure a healthy and safe environment. This is achieved through advice, investigation of complaints, education, and enforcement of statutory provisions.

Principal accountabilities:

1. To undertake investigations, inspections, monitoring, and appraisals of premises, in response to requests for assistance and applications for the Licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation, determining the most satisfactory course of action and initiating effective and efficient action using appropriate legislation.
2. To improve the conditions of premises by proactive surveys and inspections, including legal actions, risk assessments, and reports.
3. To draft and serve statutory notices under relevant legislation, including Section 16 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, and other legal notices as required.
4. To arrange, supervise, certify completion, and recommend payment for works in default following council procedures.
5. To participate in training, including signing off student Environmental Health Officer's training logbooks.
6. To prepare cases for prosecution or civil penalties, including taking statements and preparing affidavits.
7. To carry out interviews, act as an expert witness, and give evidence in courts or tribunals as necessary.
8. To undertake project work such as landlord accreditation schemes, standards for temporary accommodation, energy performance certificates, and empty properties.
9. To maintain accurate records of all work, complying with administrative practices and procedures.
10. To stay updated on relevant legal and technical matters, maintaining Continuing Professional Development.
11. To provide expert advice and represent the department at meetings with partners, networking with agencies and departments.
12. To deputise for the Senior Environmental Health Officer, including managing teams and contributing to policy development.
13. To carry out assessments for other departments and agencies, such as immigration inspections and housing applications.
14. To review applications related to Building Regulations, Planning Permission, and Listed Building Consent concerning Housing Legislation.

Job-related education, qualifications, and knowledge: A BSc, MSc, diploma, or equivalent in Environmental Health, with practical training. Membership of CIEH and registration with EHORB or equivalent is required. Ongoing CPD is necessary.

Knowledge: Housing legislation, legal processes, technical building knowledge, health and safety standards, and relevant codes of practice.

Experience: Risk assessment, property condition evaluation, legal case assessment, inspections, and report writing in residential environments.