Senior/Principal Environmental Health Officer (Food) - Fixed Term

Buckingham Futures; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental health consultancy in London seeks a Senior / Principal Environmental Health Officer to manage food safety enforcement activities. You will lead a dynamic team, ensure compliance with relevant legislation, and prepare enforcement documentation. This fixed-term role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in food safety during a vital interim period. Ideal for experienced professionals eager to mentor and lead in a high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the food safety team.
• Overseeing inspections and ratings of food premises.
• Providing technical guidance on complex cases.
• Ensuring compliance with the Food Safety Act 1990 and related legislation.
• Preparing enforcement notices and prosecution files.

Job description

Overview

Senior / Principal Environmental Health Officer (Food) – Fixed Term

About the role: Step into a leadership position where you’ll oversee and manage food safety enforcement activities during a crucial interim period. This role offers the chance to shape the delivery of high-impact food safety interventions, mentor junior officers, and lead with real authority across a dynamic food safety team.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the food safety team
• Overseeing inspections and ratings of food premises
• Providing technical guidance on complex cases
• Ensuring compliance with the Food Safety Act 1990 and related legislation
• Preparing enforcement notices and prosecution files