Public Protection Officer – Food and Health & Safety

Baltimore Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Public Protection Officer to uphold food hygiene and safety standards in North East London. This hybrid role involves inspecting food establishments, investigating complaints, and providing expert input on licensing. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical knowledge, relevant qualifications, and a commitment to public health and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting high-risk food businesses.
• Competency in health and safety enforcement.
• Ability to work within defined areas of Public Protection.

Responsibilities

• Inspect food establishments and enforce regulations.
• Investigate complaints related to food, health, and safety.
• Assist in accident investigations and infectious disease control.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Flexibility

Commitment to service improvement

Education

Recognised qualification under the Food Law Code of Practice

Tools

MS Office

Case management systems

Job description

Public Protection Officer – Food Health & Safety
North East London
Hybrid role
Up to £390 per day (DoE)
Inside IR35 (via umbrella company)
3 Month Initial Contract

Are you passionate about public health and safety? Do you have the expertise to uphold food hygiene and workplace standards?

As a Public Protection Officer, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining food hygiene and safety standards. You will work within the Public Protection Service, contributing to its high-quality, customer-focused enforcement program. This role offers a varied caseload, including monitoring visits—sometimes outside regular hours.

Your Role as a Public Protection Officer:-

• Inspecting food establishments and enforcing regulations
• Investigating complaints related to food, health, and safety
• Assisting in accident investigations and infectious disease control
• Providing expert input on licensing, planning applications, and event consultations
• Taking enforcement action, including serving notices and leading prosecutions
• Completing compliance, enforcement, and project work within the Public Protection Service
• Supporting robust project management to ensure service efficiency

Your Previous Experience as a Public Protection Officer:-

• Strong technical knowledge and communication skills
• Experience inspecting high-risk food businesses under the Food Law Code of Practice
• Competency in health and safety enforcement under relevant regulations
• A flexible approach to work and a willingness to support colleagues
• Proficiency in MS Office and case management systems
• A recognised qualification under the Food Law Code of Practice
• The ability to work within defined areas of Public Protection as assigned by your Line Manager
• Commitment to continuous service improvement, supporting management to create positive outcomes

Are you an enthusiastic, self-motivated professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment? If you're ready to make a difference and contribute to public health and safety, we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re interested in this opportunity or know someone who may be, please contact Sarah Williams or Nikki Smith on 0117 313 7110 or apply today!

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.