Environmental Health Officer

Wyre Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a full-time Environmental Health Officer to manage various environmental health functions. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently. A degree in Environmental Health is mandatory, while newly qualified candidates who are eager to learn are encouraged to apply. The position offers numerous benefits including annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Minimum 24 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Employer pension contribution

Discounted gym membership

Access to occupational health services

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to plan and manage own workload.
• Experience in the field of Environmental Protection is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cover a range of functions including statutory nuisance and noise.
• Use enforcement tools to resolve complaints effectively.
• Collaborate with the Senior Environmental Health Officer.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Environmental Health

Job description

• Employer: Wyre Council
• Salary: £39,862 - £42,839
• Location: Civic Centre
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Hours: 37 hours per week.
• DBS Check: No
• Closing Date: 21/09/2025 at 23:59
• Reference: Env/25/321027

We are looking to appoint a full time Environmental Health Officer within the Environmental Protection and Community Safety Department.

Working under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Health Officer your duties will cover the full range of functions undertaken by the Department including statutory nuisance, noise, anti-social behaviour, odour, drainage, air quality, contaminated land, private water supplies, pest control, environmental permitting, public health, planning and licensing consultations.

You will need to be highly motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to plan and manage you own workload. You should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to use the full range of enforcement tools available to the Department to enable the early and effective resolution of complaints.

The successful applicant must have a degree in Environmental Health with experience in the field of Environmental Protection, however newly qualified applicants who possess a strong enthusiasm to learn and grow in the workplace are encouraged to apply.

As an employer we offer a range of employee benefits including a minimum of 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 days subject to length of service (pro rota), great work life balance with flexible working arrangements, excellent employer pension contribution, free onsite parking, discounted gym membership, access to occupational health and development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that allows you to develop and grow. Relocation packages are also available.

For an informal discussion about this vacancy please contact Corinne Mason, Manager of Environmental Protection and Community Safety on 01253 887207

How to apply

A career in local government can be very rewarding, offering a variety of roles and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Wyre Council offers this development through many of its career paths.

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