Senior Environmental Health Officer

Croydon Council; Croydon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in London is seeking a Senior Environmental Health Officer to enhance housing standards and safeguard public health. This role involves supervising a team, conducting inspections, and enforcing compliance in the private rented sector. Ideal candidates will possess an Environmental Health qualification, experience in public health enforcement, and excellent leadership and communication skills. Join us to make a significant impact in improving the lives of Croydon's residents through effective housing management.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff and managing performance.
• Confidence in handling legal cases and representing the Council.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of up to 6 officers.
• Lead inspections of private rented properties.
• Take enforcement action against non-compliant landlords.
• Oversee discretionary licensing of private rented homes.
• Act as the lead officer in a specialist area such as fire safety.

Skills

Environmental Health qualification (REnvH or equivalent)

Knowledge of housing legislation

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Experience in public health enforcement

Ability to handle complex enforcement cases

Education

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description

Salary range: £50,085 -£52,194 p.a. plus fantastic benefits
Contract: Permanent / Fixed Term /Secondment
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Croydon

Improve homes and protect residents in Croydon's private rented sector

At Croydon Council, our vision is to create a cleaner, safer, and healthier environment for everyone who lives and works here. We are proud to serve one of the largest and most diverse boroughs in London, combining urban energy with green open spaces and a strong sense of community.

As part of our Private Sector Housing Team, you'll make a meaningful contribution to improving residents' lives by ensuring safe, decent, and well-managed homes across the borough. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Environmental Health Officer to join our Private Sector Housing Team. This is an excellent opportunity to lead on improving housing standards, tackling poor conditions, and protecting the health and safety of residents in the borough.

You'll supervise and develop a small team, oversee complex enforcement activity, and play a key role in shaping Croydon's approach to regulating and improving private rented homes.

Key responsibilities

• Supervising and developing a team of up to 6 officers and assistants
• Leading inspections of private rented properties, identifying hazards, and ensuring landlords comply with their legal duties
• Taking enforcement action, including prosecutions and financial penalties, against non-compliant landlords and agents
• Overseeing discretionary licensing of HMOs and private rented homes
• Acting as the lead officer in a specialist area such as fire safety, pest control, tall buildings, or energy efficiency
• Contributing to policy, projects, and service development

We're looking for someone with:

• A recognised Environmental Health qualification (REnvH or equivalent) and experience in housing or public health enforcement
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health or equivalent, or willingness to achieve it
• Strong knowledge of housing, public health, and enforcement legislation
• Experience of supervising staff, motivating teams, and managing performance
• Confidence in handling complex enforcement cases, preparing legal files, and representing the Council in court or tribunals
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Why join us

We are passionate about our staff and in return we will provide a rewarding career with a commitment to investing in you.

• Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity and is committed to creating a supportive work environment where all staff can thrive.
• Career Development: We invest in our staff and support their development.
• Generous Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%, up to 31 days of annual leave (eligibility criteria apply) in addition to Bank Holidays and the option to purchase more, a commitment to your well-being and work-life balance with access to the confidential and free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7.
• Family Friendly provisions: Generous maternity leave and family leave provisions
• Work Life Balance: Options for flexible and agile working options in line with service demand
• Make a Difference: Be part of a council that is dedicated to improving the lives of its residents through effective and compassionate housing management. At Croydon relationships matter and we are about strong partnerships and working together to make lasting positive change

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Application Closing Date: 21 December 2025

Assessment Centres: TBC

About Us

Croydon Council's priorities

The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services.

• Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable
• Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon's diverse communities and businesses
• Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith sectors
• Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice
• Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities

Key business plan outcomes:

• Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning
• Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential
• Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we're proud to call home
• People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer
• Croydon Council's new ways of working

Equal Opportunities Statement

Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.

Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.