Environmental Health Officer - ANG05593

ZipRecruiter; Arbroath; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Food and Safety team as an Environmental Health Officer with Angus Council. You'll protect public health through inspections, investigations, and support for local businesses. Enjoy a flexible hybrid workstyle, competitive salary, and ongoing training in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing training and development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Environmental Health Officer with REHIS Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in local government and knowledge of Scottish food law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct food hygiene inspections as per Food Law Code of Practice.
• Investigate food safety complaints and health concerns.
• Provide advice to food businesses and the public.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

REHIS Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Based at Bruce House, Wellgate, Arbroath.

This job is Workstyle 4 – Hybrid.

You will benefit from our flexible and agile working practices, allowing you to work from various locations, including council buildings, service user locations, site visits, and from home, to best suit your work, meetings, and collaboration.

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Environmental Health Officer to join our dynamic Food and Safety team.

Within Angus Council’s Environmental Health Service, you will play a key role in protecting public health and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety legislation across the area.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team, where your professional skills and judgment will be highly valued. Your responsibilities will include conducting inspections, investigating complaints, responding to food safety incidents, and proactively working with local businesses to promote best practices in food hygiene and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Undertake programmed food hygiene inspections in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice.
2. Investigate food safety complaints, infectious disease notifications, and workplace health and safety concerns.
3. Provide advice and support to food businesses and the public.
4. Prepare reports and enforcement documentation as required.
5. Contribute to service planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
6. Inspect and administer holiday caravan sites.

About You:

You should be a qualified Environmental Health Officer, holding the REHIS Diploma or equivalent. Ideally, you will have experience working within local government and a good working knowledge of Scottish food law and health and safety legislation.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Can manage a varied and challenging workload.
• Is committed to public health and continuous professional development.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and generous annual leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.

Please note interviews will be held – date to be confirmed.

Requirements:

Please refer to the job outline and person specification for further details and requirements.

About Angus Council:

For more information about working for Angus Council, please refer to the 'applicant guidance' document, the 'welcome to Angus' document, and visit our website https://www.angus.gov.uk/jobs_and_training/working_for_angus_council.

The Individual:

We are happy to discuss flexible working options during the recruitment process. We offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who meet the essential criteria and belong to the following groups: individuals with disabilities, recognized caring responsibilities, care-experienced people, our own employees with caring responsibilities, apprentices, and placements who meet the essential criteria.