Environmental Health Officer Food/Health & Safety

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct food hygiene inspections (Categories A–D) and inspections of new premises

* Investigate

* Food Hygiene Experience
Please explain your experience in carrying out food hygiene and standard inspections.

* CPD & Competency Framework
Confirm whether your CPD and competency framework requirements are fully up to date.

* Accident Investigations
Outline your experience in conducting accident (RIDDOR) investigations.

* Legal & Court Experience
Detail any involvement in prosecutions, legal proceedings, or court cases.

* Enforcement Action
Provide examples of notices you have served (e.g. HIN, HEPN, Improvement Notices, Prohibition Notices).

* Undertake accident investigations including RIDDOR reports

* Assess compliance with relevant legislation and determine appropriate enforcement action

* Serve enforcement notices where required (e.g. HIN, HEPN, Improvement Notices, Prohibition Notices)

* Participate in legal proceedings, including preparation of evidence and court attendance where applicable

* Maintain accurate, detailed records of inspections and enforcement activity

* Work collaboratively with internal departments and external stakeholders

Key Skills & Experience

* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust quickly and manage challenging situations

* Ability to communicate legislation clearly and influence behaviour to improve compliance

* Skilled in handling conflict calmly and de-escalating situations

* Excellent written communication, with accurate reporting and evidence documentation

* Ability to assess risk and determine appropriate interventions

* Strong decision-making skills under time pressure

* Effective workload planning and time management

* Ability to work independently in the community and escalate risks when needed

* Confident working collaboratively across teams and external partners

* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and use of handheld technology

Essential Requirements

* Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent relevant qualification/experience)

* Must meet the Food Standards Agency (FSA) Food Law Code of Practice competency framework

* Registered with EHORB / CIEH (or eligible and compliant)

* Experience or understanding of:

* Food hygiene inspections

* Health & Safety enforcement

* RIDDOR investigations