Environmental Health Officer

Lynx Employment Services Ltd; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An employment agency is seeking an Environmental Health Officer in Sandwell to ensure compliance with Environmental Health legislation. The role involves investigating complaints, conducting inspections, and engaging with residents and businesses for public protection. Candidates should possess relevant regulatory experience and strong knowledge of Environmental Health law. This position offers opportunities to work collaboratively and independently within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Environmental Health law and enforcement practice.
• Confident investigator and inspector who can write legal-standard reports.
• Resilient and skilled in handling difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce relevant Environmental Health legislation.
• Investigate complaints and statutory nuisance issues.
• Conduct detailed site inspections and risk assessments.
• Manage a caseload and keep accurate case notes.

Skills

Environmental Health law knowledge

Investigation skills

Clear report writing

Communication skills

Education

Qualified EHO

Job description

Lynx Employment is recruiting an Environmental Health Officer on behalf of our client in Sandwell. You'll work under the Senior EHO, supporting residents and businesses, ensuring compliance with Environmental Health and public protection legislation, investigating complaints, and delivering programmed inspections across the borough.

Key Duties

• Enforcing relevant Environmental Health/Citizen & Consumer Protection legislation.
• Investigating criminal/civil complaints and statutory nuisance issues.
• Conducting detailed site inspections, risk assessments, and follow-up reports.
• Securing compliance through advice, education, and enforcement where needed.
• Preparing prosecution files and representing the Authority in court when required.
• Managing a caseload, keeping accurate case notes, and liaising with stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively across service teams and contributing to joined‑up activity.
• Delivering occasional talks/publicity support under supervision.

About You

• Qualified EHO (or close to qualification) with relevant regulatory experience.
• Strong knowledge of Environmental Health law and enforcement practice.
• Confident investigator and inspector, able to write clear legal‑standard reports.
• Professional, resilient, and skilled in handling difficult situations.
• Flexible, organised, and able to work independently and as part of a team.