Environmental Health Officer

VanRath; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected local authority in Northern Ireland seeks an Environmental Health Officer to enhance community wellbeing. The role involves enforcing legislation, conducting inspections, and coordinating public health initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Health, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills, with opportunities for meaningful impact in local communities.

Benefits

Opportunity for flexibility in working hours

Involvement in crucial community health initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' relevant experience.
• Eligible for CIEH membership.
• Strong knowledge of current Environmental Health legislation.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Environmental Health legislation in various settings.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate environmental complaints and incidents.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

IT Skills

Education

Degree (Level 6 or above) in Environmental Health

Job description

Our client, a respected local authority in Northern Ireland, is seeking to appoint a dedicated Environmental Health Officer to join their Sustainability team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the health and wellbeing of local communities through a diverse and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enforce a wide range of Environmental Health legislation across commercial and residential settings.
• Conduct proactive inspections, audits, and risk assessments in line with legal and policy frameworks.
• Investigate environmental complaints and incidents including pollution, food safety, workplace accidents, and infectious disease outbreaks.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to promote public health campaigns and deliver educational initiatives.
• Prepare statutory notices, legal case files, and act as expert witness when required.
• Provide guidance across council departments and contribute to strategic environmental planning.

Candidate Requirements:

Essential:

• Degree (Level 6 or above) in Environmental Health, eligible for CIEH membership.
• Minimum 6 months' relevant experience.
• Strong communication, analytical, and IT skills.
• Knowledge of current Environmental Health legislation.
• Valid driving licence or access to suitable transport.

Desirable:

• One year post-graduate experience in Environmental Health.
• Additional technical or management qualifications.

Additional Information:

• Some out-of-hours work may be required, for which appropriate remuneration will apply.
• Role may involve travel across the borough and requires adaptability in emergency situations.
• Basic Disclosure Check required (AccessNI).

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Glenn Roberts in the strictest confidence