Principal Environmental Health Officer

Tewkesbury Borough Council; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Environmental Health Officer within a dedicated team committed to safeguarding public health. This role involves overseeing key environmental health specialisms and collaborating with fellow professionals. The council offers a supportive work environment with agile working arrangements and opportunities for career progression. You will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of the community while enjoying generous annual leave and pension benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in environmental health, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to 30 days' annual leave

Agile working arrangements

Convenient office location with free parking

Local Government Pension Scheme

Potential career progression

20% discounted membership at local leisure centre

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience in environmental protection and food safety.
• Qualified EHO with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safeguarding public health and environmental quality.
• Work within the Environmental Health Team on various specialisms.

Skills

Environmental Protection

Food Safety

Housing Safety

Health and Safety

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Environmental Health Officer

Job description

Principal Environmental Health Officer

£45,718 - £49,764 pro rata pa

21 hours per week (Job share)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal EHO within our Environmental Health Team. The team plays an essential role in safeguarding public health and environmental quality within our borough, and you will take responsibility for one or more of the main environmental health specialisms.

The position is offered on a job share basis (21 hours per week), and you will work alongside our existing Principal EHO. The successful candidate will be a qualified Environmental Health Officer with significant relevant professional experience in environmental protection, food safety, housing, or health and safety. On a personal level, you will be a team player and demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Alastair Low, Head of Environmental Health Service at [e-mail].

Closing Date: 26th May 2025
Proposed Interview Date: week commencing 9th June 2025

About Us

In return, we offer:

• Up to 30 days' annual leave
• Agile working arrangements
• Convenient office location close to the M5 with free parking
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Potential career progression
• 20% discounted membership at the local leisure centre

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The council is dedicated to promoting equality of opportunity; we welcome applications from all sections of the community.