Environmental Health Officer

WILTSHIRE COUNCIL; Broxmore Park; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a qualified Environmental Health Practitioner to join their Food and Safety Team. This role involves conducting inspections of food premises and providing expert advice on food safety and health regulations. The ideal candidate will be registered with the EHORB and have a strong background in food safety enforcement and effective communication skills. This position not only allows you to make a real difference in the community but also provides opportunities for professional development and mentoring of junior staff.

Qualifications

• Qualified Environmental Health Practitioner registered with EHORB.
• Strong foundation in food safety enforcement.
• Experience with high-risk food processes is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of food premises.
• Lead investigations and provide expert advice.
• Mentor junior officers and contribute to service development.

Skills

Food safety enforcement

Health and safety

Infectious disease control

Effective communication

Education

Registered with EHORB

Portfolio of Professional Practice

Job description

Public Protection Service - Make a Difference in Food Safety with Wiltshire Council

If you are a qualified Environmental Health Practitioner registered with the Environmental Health Officers Registration Board (EHORB) and have completed your Portfolio of Professional Practice, or are close to finishing, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone with a strong foundation in food safety enforcement, health and safety, and infectious disease control. In this role, you will carry out inspections of food premises, lead investigations, and provide expert advice to a wide range of stakeholders. Wiltshire is a large, predominantly rural county. To carry out inspections and respond to service needs across the county, you must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

We want you to join our Food and Safety Team within the Public Protection Service, where your work will make a real difference to residents and businesses. We are proud of our integrated approach and work closely with Trading Standards, Animal Health, Licensing, and Environmental Protection, which creates a forward-thinking, collaborative environment that sets us apart from many other local authorities.

Working with us means being part of a forward-thinking council that prioritises professional excellence, sustainability, and continuous learning. You will be supported by a multidisciplinary team and encouraged to grow your skills while contributing to a safer, healthier Wiltshire.

The role will provide opportunities to mentor junior officers, contribute to service development, and represent the council in formal settings.

We are seeking someone who can work independently, manage their own workload, and communicate effectively. Experience with high-risk food processes or mentoring would be a distinct advantage.

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