Remote Environmental Health Officer

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Environmental Health Officer to oversee sanitation and hygiene standards across multiple sites. The role requires a solid grasp of public health principles and environmental legislation, with duties including virtual assessments and policy development.

You will support on-site teams, analyze health data, draft guidance, and contribute to a culture of health and safety. This remote-first position offers flexible hours, opportunities for professional development,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or related field.
• Experience as an Environmental Health Officer or similar role.
• Familiarity with environmental legislation and standards.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
• Proficient with remote communication and data tools.
• Ability to manage diverse workloads autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update environmental health and sanitation policies and procedures for remote implementation.
• Conduct virtual audits and assessments of facility hygiene and safety protocols.
• Analyze environmental health data and trends to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to on-site teams regarding sanitation, waste management, and pest control.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote health awareness and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on environmental health status and proposed interventions.

Skills

Environmental health expertise

Policy development

Remote management

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental Health

Master's in Public Health

Tools

Remote auditing platforms

Data management tools

Digital communication tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and organized Remote Environmental Health Officer to remotely manage and oversee sanitation and hygiene standards for their various sites, including those in Randburg. This position requires a deep understanding of public health principles, environmental regulations, and best practices in sanitation. You will be responsible for developing policies, conducting virtual assessments, and advising operational teams to ensure compliance and maintain optimal health conditions across all facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to leverage their expertise in a flexible, remote-first capacity, significantly impacting the health and safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update environmental health and sanitation policies and procedures for remote implementation.
• Conduct virtual audits and assessments of facility hygiene and safety protocols.
• Analyze environmental health data and trends to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to on-site teams regarding sanitation, waste management, and pest control.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote health awareness and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on environmental health status and proposed interventions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Environmental Health Officer or similar role, with a strong understanding of sanitation practices.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental and public health legislation and standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in using digital communication and data management tools for remote work.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a diverse workload effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible remote work arrangement, promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Contribution to maintaining high standards of public health and safety.
• A dynamic and challenging role with significant impact.