Environmental Health Officer (Food & Safety)

SHARPER CONSULTING SERVICES LIMITED; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to join their commercial food and safety team on a short-term contract. This role involves conducting food safety inspections, responding to inquiries, and performing health and safety investigations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in food inspections and a solid understanding of relevant legislation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety of food practices while engaging in continuous professional development. If you're passionate about food safety and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in conducting food inspections for local authorities.
• Up-to-date competency matrix and engagement in CPD for food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct food safety inspections and respond to complaints.
• Investigate infectious diseases and health safety interventions.

Skills

Food Safety Inspections

Health and Safety Investigations

Complaint Response

Continuous Professional Development

Education

BSc in Environmental Health

MSc in Environmental Health

Job description

Sharper Consulting Services is looking on behalf of our client in the Scottish Lowlands for an EHO to work in the commercial food & safety team on a short-term contract basis.

Expected contract length: 6-12 weeks (Part-time or Full-time)

You will be experienced in carrying out food safety and food standards inspections, responding to complaints and enquiries. In addition, you will conduct infectious disease & health and safety investigations and intervention work.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Demonstrate substantial experience in conducting food inspections on behalf of a local authority.
• Maintain a fully up-to-date competency matrix and engage in continuous professional development (CPD) to stay abreast of the latest developments in food safety regulations and practices.
• Hold either a BSc/MSc in Environmental Health with REHIS/EHORB (or equivalent) registration.
• Proven experience in the field of environmental health, specifically in food safety inspections.
• Thorough understanding of relevant legislation and regulations governing food safety.