Environmental Health Officer (food)

We are looking for a Food Safety Officer (FSO), Environmental Health Officer to join a south London borough on a contract basis.

Job Purpose:

To provide technical professional environmental health services aimed at protecting and improving the health and wellbeing of residents, workers, and visitors within the borough. The post holder will work within the Food, Health and Safety Team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Investigate service requests and identify contraventions of legislation, taking corrective actions as per policies, procedures, and legislation, including handling appeals, infections, accidents, and risks.
2. Inspect or visit vehicles, stalls, plant, or equipment.
3. Enforce legislation and other powers efficiently and timely, including presenting evidence at legal or quasi-judicial hearings.
4. Conduct planned food hygiene and standards inspections, and prepare reports and related correspondence.
5. Review and comment on applications, plans, and schemes for environmental guidance or clearance.
6. Sample, test, or seize food, equipment, materials, or substances as needed.
7. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to deliver effective environmental health services.
8. Keep the Group Manager informed on sensitive, complex, or strategic issues.
9. Stay updated on relevant legislation, policies, and techniques.
10. Assist in publicity campaigns, educational work, and participate in meetings or exhibitions.
11. Undertake specialist duties based on experience and training.
12. Conduct research or surveys related to environmental health.
13. Ensure accurate financial record-keeping and meet budget targets.
14. Train staff and visitors on environmental health functions and initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Successful completion of The Higher Certificate in Food Control.
• Full registration with EHORB and eligible for CIEH membership.
• Technical knowledge of environmental health or ability to develop it.
• Experience in enforcement actions.
• Effective communication skills and legal drafting ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and specialist software systems.
• Flexible attitude and team-oriented mindset.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage complex projects, plan, and prioritize work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities.

Application:

Please send your CV to info@kenyonblock.com.