Environmental Health Officer/SEHO - Food Safety

New Forest District Council; Aldershot; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a part-time Environmental Health Officer to join their Food and Safety team. The role involves conducting food safety inspections, managing health and safety investigations, and engaging in various food safety initiatives. Candidates should hold a relevant degree in Environmental Health or equivalent qualifications. This position comes with competitive pay, annual leave, and the option for hybrid working. Join a progressive team dedicated to community safety and environmental health.

Benefits

27-28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

£1,239 per annum essential car user allowance

Qualifications

• EHO minimum requirement includes a BSc or MSc degree or equivalent in Environmental Health.
• For EHTO applicants: 3 A levels (1 science) or equivalent in a science subject.
• Current technical knowledge of food and safety matters is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct food safety inspections and accident investigations.
• Manage infectious disease control and skin piercing registration.
• Investigation of complaints related to food safety.

Skills

Current technical and working knowledge of food and safety matters

Enthusiastic and innovative approach

Ability to work well in a team

Proactive initiative

Education

BSc or MSc degree or equivalent in Environmental Health

3 A levels including 1 science or equivalent BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in a science subject

Tools

NEBOSH Diploma or Certificate

Membership of the CIEH

Job description

Passionate about Environmental Health?

Have you got the ambition, knowledge and experience we are looking for?

If yes, we would like to hear from you.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a part-time Environmental Health Officer to join our forward-thinking Food and Safety team, although we will also consider your application if you are a Technical Officer. Your varied role includes:

• Food safety inspections
• Health and safety and accident investigations
• Infectious disease control
• Skin piercing registration
• Caravan site licensing
• Investigation of complaints

If you are an enthusiastic and innovative EHO, you will positively contribute to driving the service forward. You will need to use your own initiative, be proactive and work well in a team and alone.

Qualifications

EHO minimum requirement: a BSc or MSc degree or equivalent in Environmental Health.

For EHTO applicants: 3 A levels (including 1 science) or an equivalent BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in a science subject and a Higher Certificate in Food Control/Food Premises Inspection.

General

• Current technical and working knowledge of food and safety matters
• NEBOSH Diploma or Certificate (advantage)
• Member of the CIEH (advantage)

What’s in it for you

• Salary: EHO/SEHO £40,174 - £48,731 pro rata per annum (Career grade) – up to £49,758 pro rata with exceptional performance once in post.
• EHTO £35,646 - £43,239 pro rata per annum (Career grade) – up to £44,472 with exceptional performance once in post.
• 27-28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (plus 5 additional days following 5 years of local authority continuous service)
• £1,239 per annum essential car user allowance
• Hybrid Working
• Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision
• Employee Assistance Programme (free 24‑hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees)
• Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, supermarkets, stores and restaurants
• Cycle to Work scheme (could save you around 40% on cycles and accessories)

Looking for a varied work environment

Our offices in Lyndhurst are in the centre of the picturesque New Forest, with open plan layout and modern meeting spaces. There is also the opportunity to work remotely and out on district.

About us

As one of the largest districts in the country, with rural, urban, coastal and industrial areas and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.

At New Forest District Council, we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council. We encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, ideas are actively sought, and self‑development is promoted. We recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce, and we actively promote a good work/life balance. We’re keen to support career development and help all colleagues to be the best they can be.

This post requires a Basic DBS check to be completed.

After reading the job description of what the role will involve, you feel you would like an informal chat about the role? Please contact Ben Stockley, Food and Safety Team Manager, 02380 285348.

Closing date: 19 December 2025

Interview Date: 13 and 14 January 2026