Environmental Health Officer

Scottish Borders Council; Newtown St Boswells; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Scotland is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to join their Public Health team. The candidate will ensure compliance with public health legislation and excel in customer service, addressing issues with a pragmatic approach. Essential qualifications include a degree in Environmental Health and a valid driving licence. This role offers a hybrid work model and promotes diversity in applications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Health required.
• Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent necessary.
• Current driving licence and vehicle for travel responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day functions of Public Health team.
• Respond to service requests and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Provide excellent customer service in challenging situations.

Skills

Communication with stakeholders

Pragmatic problem-solving

Customer service

Robust enforcement approach

Education

Degree / MSc in Environmental Health

Diploma in Environmental Health (REHIS) or equivalent

Job description

Location: Hq Main Building, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, Roxburghshire, TD6 0SA

Salary: £42,194.14 - £45,552.13 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Work From Home: Hybrid

Grade: 9B

Contract Duration: Permanent

Interviews: Week commencing 25th August 2025

Role Purpose

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Environmental Health Officer to join our Public Health team. You will carry out the day-to-day functions and duties of the team, responding to service requests and ensuring compliance with public health legislation throughout the Scottish Borders.

As an excellent communicator, you will have the skills and ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders including members of the public, businesses, Councillors, officers at all levels, and other agencies. You will need a pragmatic “can do” attitude and be empathetic and supportive but also demonstrate a robust approach to enforcement when required.

You will be committed to providing excellent customer service and be able to deal with challenging situations calmly and effectively to achieve positive outcomes.

The Scottish Borders is located between Edinburgh and Newcastle, with excellent rail links to Edinburgh and south from Berwick Upon Tweed and Carlisle. The area offers numerous outdoor activities, particularly cycling and walking.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree / MSc in Environmental Health
• Diploma in Environmental Health (REHIS) or equivalent
• Participation in Continual Professional Development
• A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is essential for this role.

If you have a disability that precludes you from holding a driver's licence, Scottish Borders Council will consider reasonable adjustments to accommodate your disability. If such adjustments enable you to undertake the travel responsibilities of the role, they will be taken into account.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to increasing workforce diversity to better reflect our communities. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We especially encourage candidates with disabilities to apply, as under the Disability Confident Employer scheme, they are guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria. All appointments are made on merit.