Environmental Health Officer

Joining our Environmental Health team means stepping into a role where your work directly contributes to the public good. You'll be part of a passionate team focused on regulatory enforcement and compliance, ensuring that Nottingham remains a safe, healthy, and thriving place to live and work. With a mix of hands-on fieldwork and strategic influence, this position is ideal for those who want to see the real-world impact of their efforts.,

• Lead enforcement activities that ensure businesses and citizens comply with essential environmental health regulations.
• Investigate complex cases in areas such as food safety, housing standards, and environmental protection, making decisions that directly affect the wellbeing of the community.
• Advise, educate, and support businesses and the public, using your expertise to promote best practices across Nottingham.
• Collaborate with local, regional, and national partners, contributing to multi-agency initiatives that safeguard public health.
• Take charge of prosecutions and legal actions, leading compliance efforts and ensuring adherence to critical environmental health legislation.
  
  We're seeking candidates who are:
• Qualified Environmental Health professionals with a degree or diploma in Environmental Health and a certificate of registration from the EHRB (or equivalent).
• Experienced in regulatory enforcement, with comprehensive knowledge of environmental health legislation across domains like food safety, housing, and environmental protection.
• Effective communicators capable of engaging with the public, businesses, and stakeholders, providing guidance, conducting inspections, and leading enforcement efforts.
• Problem solvers who can analyse complex information, make decisive judgments, and resolve issues with confidence and efficiency.
• Team-oriented leaders who can spearhead projects, mentor colleagues, and contribute to the overall success of our service., Disability Confident
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• Generous Annual Leave: 26 days per year, rising to 33 days after five years of service, plus bank holidays-and the option to buy additional leave.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our defined benefit pension scheme, offering an 17.9% employer contribution.
• Smart Working: Enjoy a work-life balance that fits your needs, with hybrid working options tailored just for you.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, discounted fitness memberships, and a wide range of wellbeing resources.
• Exclusive Discounts: Save on shopping, cinema tickets, and more with our employee discount schemes.
Make a Difference in Nottingham If you're passionate about protecting public health, eager to take on challenges, and ready to make a significant difference, we want to hear from you. Join Nottingham City Council and play a key role in safeguarding and enhancing the lives of our citizens.