Senior Environmental Health Officer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Senior Environmental Health Officer for a 3-4 month contract in London. The ideal candidate will manage a team, ensure enforcement of environmental health legislation, and resolve complaints while having the necessary qualifications and experience. This role requires a DBS check and offers working hours of 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in Environmental Health Enforcement including Domestic Noise Control.
• Relevant professional qualification/certification required.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 10 staff, ensure performance targets are met.
• Advise on enforcement actions and prepare evidence in line with legislation.
• Handle complaints, correspondence, and statutory documents.

Skills

Environmental Health Enforcement

Noise Control

Planning Application

Education

Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health

3 GCSEs (Grades A-C) including English and Mathematics

Job description

Job Title: Senior Environmental Health Officer, London

Client:

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

11

Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Overview: This is a 3-4 month contract with a local authority.

Job Purpose:

• To be a responsible member of the Service, reporting to the Team Manager, supervising up to 10 staff, and deputising when necessary.
• To contribute as part of the Residential Services Section team.
• To undertake duties appropriate to the Section as required.
• To complete work programmes and tasks set by the Team Manager.
• To assist in managing staff to ensure performance targets are met.

Key Duties/Accountabilities:

• Interpret and apply relevant legislation, advise on enforcement actions, and prepare evidence in line with CPS Code of Practice, PACE, and other relevant legislation.
• Provide expertise within the Section, especially on complex matters, and support Lead Officers and other staff on such cases.
• Handle complaints, correspondence, statutory documents, and statistics related to the area of work.

Essential Experience:

• Experience in Environmental Health Enforcement, including Domestic Noise Control and Nuisance.
• Experience in Planning Application, Enforcement Work, and Appeals.

Essential Qualifications:

• 3 GCSEs (Grades A-C) including English and Mathematics, or equivalent.
• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent.
• Relevant professional qualification/certification.

Additional Information:

• Working hours: 35 hours/week.
• Role requires a DBS check.
• Closing date: 4th June 2025.