Official Veterinarian - Port Health Service

Osborne Richardson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Veterinarian based in London to undertake Official Veterinarian duties for the APHA. The position involves implementing veterinary border controls for Products of Animal Origin and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Candidates must possess a BSc or MSc in Veterinary Medicine, be registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, and have eligibility as a Portal Official Veterinarian. This role offers the opportunity to make impactful decisions in food safety and health enforcement.

Qualifications

• Must hold a BSc or MSc in Veterinary Medicine.
• Registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.
• Qualification as a Portal Official Veterinarian required.

Responsibilities

• Implement veterinary border controls for Products of Animal Origin.
• Make decisions on the outcomes of border controls.
• Enforce legislation to prevent non-compliant imports.

Education

BSc or MSc in Veterinary Medicine

Registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

Qualification as a Portal Official Veterinarian

Job description

Our client, based in London, is seeking a qualified Veterinarian to undertake Official Veterinarian duties on behalf of APHA when required, including Export Certification for international trade in Products of Animal Origin (POAO).

The role is responsible for implementing veterinary border controls for POAOs and making decisions on the outcomes of those controls. You will enforce relevant legislation to prevent the importation of non-compliant food or feed consignments, and provide professional advice, inspections, and proportionate enforcement action across a wide range of Port Health functions in line with the Port Health Service Business Plan.

To be considered, you must hold a BSc or MSc in Veterinary Medicine, be registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, and hold a qualification as a Portal Official Veterinarian. A full job description is available upon request.