Environmental Health Officer

Shropshire Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking a qualified Environmental Health Officer to enforce food hygiene and safety standards across various premises. Candidates should have a relevant degree and preferably two years' experience in a regulatory role. The position offers a hybrid working model and numerous employee benefits, including generous leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 28 days

Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes

Employer contribution Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Access to counselling services

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in a regulatory field preferred.
• Must have a degree or equivalent qualification.
• Able to enforce legislation independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Enforce food hygiene legislation in various premises.
• Ensure compliance with food standards and health safety.
• Work as part of the Health Protection Team.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Food hygiene

Health and safety legislation

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Environmental Health or related field

Job description

Environmental Health Officer

PAY SCALE- Band 11: SCP 29 to SCP 33 (£38626 - £42708)

CONTRACT TYPE - Permanent

LOCATION - Shropshire Council HQ, The Guildhall, Shrewsbury

CLOSING DATE - 31/08/2025

Our vision is - Shropshire living the best life.

Shropshire Council is a unitary authority which serves the rural county of Shropshire. One of the most important things about working here is the knowledge that you’re working to help others and the real sense of achievement and purpose that brings.

The people of Shropshire are rightly proud of their county’s assets, its natural beauty, its history, its diverse economy, its vibrant culture.

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated fully qualified, registered Environmental Health Officer to work within our busy Health Protection Team. You will be responsible for enforcing food hygiene, food standards and health and safety legislation in a broad range of premises in one of our area teams in Shropshire.

About you

You should have preferably two years’ experience in a regulatory field and be able to work both independently and with the support of a close team as well. We work on a hybrid basis either working remotely and within our new Headquarters in Shrewsbury on a regular basis. Applications from Graduates will be considered, subject to pay award.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer staff rewards and plenty of opportunities for personal development, apprenticeships and career progression including:

• Generous annual leave commencing at 28 days increasing with service to 33 days (pro rata for part time). With additional annual leave purchase policy.
• Access to a benefits platform with a wide range of retail discounts and salary sacrifice schemes (cars, bikes, AVCs)
• Employer contribution Pension Scheme Shropshire County Pension Fund
• Supportive carers and parental policies (maternity, paternity, adoption leave, special leave)
• Many opportunities for flexible and agile working, we offer a hybrid model of working to promote flexible working around personal and family commitments.
• Access to counselling and occupational health services
• Staff networks

How to apply

We would love to get to know you more so please give us a call if you would like to discuss this role or our team.

For further information contact either:

Pamela Roberts - Principal Officer on 01743 253727 or

Stuart Vasse – Principal Officer on 01743 256125

When you are ready to apply, you will need to complete the online application form detailing what you can bring to the role which is outlined within the job description and how you meet the job requirements within the person specification. We look forward to hearing from you!

Environmental Health Officer – Shropshire Council