Environmental Health Officer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Port Health Officer to join their expanding team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, enforcing biosecurity and food import controls at critical locations. The ideal candidate will be an EHORB-registered Environmental Health Officer, ready to lead inspections and provide technical guidance to junior staff. With a focus on quality assurance and compliance with international standards, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in public health and safety. Join a respected Port Health Authority and contribute to vital biosecurity efforts.

Qualifications

• Must be EHORB registered and eligible to practice.
• Experience with biosecurity and food import controls is essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement controls for animal and non-animal products.
• Conduct inspections and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Environmental Health

Biosecurity Controls

Quality Assurance

Inspection Skills

Training and Guidance

Education

BSc in Environmental Health

MSc in Environmental Health

Tools

PHILIS

IPAFFS

Destin8

FSS

M3

Job description

Job Description

Tripod Partners are currently recruiting for a Port Health Officer.

Are you an EHORB-registered Environmental Health Officer looking to use your skills in a dynamic, high-impact setting? We're working with a respected Port Health Authority that is expanding its team and seeking a Port Health Officer to support critical biosecurity, food, and feed import controls.

Locations: London Gateway, Tilbury, Purfleet & Thamesport

Band F | Locum Contract | Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

1. Implement and enforce controls for Products of Animal and Non-Animal origin, fishery products, organic imports, and more
2. Liaise with UK and international agencies (FSA, APHA, HMRC, EU Commission, etc.)
3. Conduct inspections, sampling, and quality assurance in line with ISO, FSA, and EU legislation
4. Serve as (or train to become) an Official Fish Inspector
5. Lead investigations, draft enforcement notices, and support legal proceedings where necessary
6. Provide training and technical guidance to junior and technical staff
7. Use systems such as PHILIS, IPAFFS, Destin8, FSS, and M3

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• BSc or MSc in Environmental Health (CIEH approved)
• EHORB Registration – must be eligible to practice