Environmental Health Practitioner

Service Care Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Trading Standards Practitioner in Warrington, Cheshire. The role requires delivering excellent services across the community, conducting inspections, and providing valuable advice. Candidates need a degree in Environmental Health or a related field, along with relevant professional experience and a driving licence. The position offers competitive pay of £25 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Environmental Health or equivalent.
• Evidence of relevant professional competence.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out inspections and enforcement duties.
• Providing technical advice to businesses and individuals.
• Preparing reports for court and inquiries.
• Leading on specific projects within Regulatory Services.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Health or Trading Standards

Job description

A client within the Public Sector based in Cheshire West and Chester is currently recruiting for an Environmental Health & Trading Standards Practitioner to join their Regulatory Services team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis. The ideal candidate should have experience working within a local authority in an Environmental Health or Trading Standards environment. The position is located in Warrington, Cheshire.

The Role

The key purpose of the role is to deliver and promote excellent Environmental Health, Environmental Protection, and Trading Standards services to businesses and residents across Cheshire West and Chester. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations to ensure effective service delivery and compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Carrying out inspections, monitoring, and enforcement duties across Environmental Health, Environmental Protection, and Trading Standards functions.
• Providing technical advice and support to businesses, individuals, members, and partner agencies.
• Taking the lead on specific projects or initiatives within Regulatory Services and with external partners.
• Preparing reports and presenting evidence for complex cases at Court, Public and Planning Inquiries, and Licensing Hearings.
• Maintaining professional competence and up-to-date knowledge of legislation and best practice in relevant areas.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree-level qualification in Environmental Health, scientific discipline, or Trading Standards (or equivalent).
• Evidence of relevant professional competence.
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to work flexibly across various locations.

Additional Skills

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health or Trading Standards Institute (or equivalent).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Computer literacy and the ability to analyse and solve problems effectively.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and is offering £25 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approximately £19 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to [e-mail] or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on [phone] to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Referral Bonus

If you recommend a suitable candidate who is successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.