Senior Environmental Health Officer

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Job summary

A local authority in London is seeking a Senior Environmental Health Officer to deliver high-quality environmental health services. Responsibilities include managing a team, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The role offers £24.01 per hour, negotiable, and is for a contract length of 4 months. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Environmental Health and extensive relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience in environmental health practice.
• Proven ability to manage staff and complex casework.
• Strong understanding of legislation and enforcement procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the full range of duties relevant to the Environmental Health Section.
• Supervise and manage staff including Lead Officers and Environmental Health Officers.
• Investigate and act upon statutory contraventions, including serving legal notices.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent

EHRB registration or CIEH registration if applicable

Job description

What's involved with this role:

Senior Environmental Health Officer

JM RQ1575180 Greenwich

£24.01 per hour PAYE - negotiable, please state preferred rate in your application

35 hours per week

Contract length: 4 months

Location: Greenwich, London SE18 6HQ

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Environmental Health Officer to join their Environmental Health team. This role involves delivering high-quality environmental health services across residential and commercial sectors. You will report directly to the Team Manager and be responsible for supervising up to 10 staff members. You will also deputise for the Team Manager when required.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving public health standards in our community. If you are a motivated professional with a strong commitment to service delivery and leadership, we welcome your application.

Key Responsibilities



Operational Management



Deliver the full range of duties relevant to the Environmental Health Section.


Ensure completion of service work programmes as set by the Team Manager.


Supervise and manage staff including Lead Officers, Environmental Health Officers, and Technical Officers or Assistants.




Staff Supervision and Performance



Allocate work, prioritise tasks, and monitor staff performance to meet legal and policy standards.


Act as the Team Manager’s deputy in their absence.




Compliance and Enforcement



Investigate and act upon statutory contraventions, including serving legal notices.


Prepare and present evidence in accordance with CPS Code, PACE, and relevant regulations.


Interpret and apply legislation and guidance accurately.




Expert Advice and Complex Case Management



Lead on complex or contentious cases, including emergency interventions.


Provide expert support and guidance to colleagues.


Recommend policy development and draft procedures as needed.




Complaints and Communication



Handle complaints and correspondence in your area of responsibility.


Prepare reports for senior managers and attend committees or working groups.




Stakeholder Engagement



Offer professional advice to councillors, MPs, the public, and partner agencies.


Participate in joint initiatives and collaborative projects.




Training and Development



Support training initiatives for staff, students, and external organisations.


Deliver lectures and demonstrations as part of training programmes.




Policy, Research, and Promotion



Identify opportunities for education and promotional initiatives.


Contribute to research and policy implementation.




Project Work and Representation



Undertake special projects or assignments as required.


Represent the service at external meetings, hearings, and legal proceedings.




Planning and Technical Review




Review and provide feedback on planning applications and external schemes.


Approve and negotiate contract specifications as needed.




Recruitment and HR Involvement




Participate in recruitment panels and industrial relations activities.




Continuous Professional Development (CPD)




Stay up to date with changes in legislation and best practice.


Undertake relevant training and maintain professional competence.




Technology and Compliance




Utilise computer-based systems relevant to your duties.


Adhere to health and safety regulations, data protection laws, and Council policies.




Key Requirements


Degree or diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent).


EHRB registration (or CIEH registration if applicable).


Extensive post-qualification experience in environmental health practice.


Proven ability to manage staff and complex casework.


Strong understanding of legislation and enforcement procedures.


Excellent communication, decision-making, and organisational skills.






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Job Ref: JM RQ1575180


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