Environmental Health Officer

Overview

Our public sector client are seeking experienced and qualified Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) to undertake food hygiene and safety inspections within commercial food premises across the borough.You will carry out approximately 250 food hygiene inspections (focusing on new businesses and Category D premises), ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation and codes of practice.Responsibilities

Conduct detailed food hygiene and safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of food premises in line with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) Code of Practice.Identify contraventions and provide clear written recommendations and compliance deadlines to secure improvements.Deliver expert advice and support to businesses to promote good food safety practices.Complete and submit inspection proformas and draft electronic inspection reports within 7 days of the inspection.Ensure inspection findings are accurate, thorough, and legally compliant.Work independently, managing your own schedule and caseload efficiently.Required Qualifications and Experience

Degree or Diploma in Environmental HealthCertificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) or equivalentProven experience in undertaking food hygiene inspections and enforcement workIn-depth knowledge of:Food safety legislationHazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principlesRisk assessment methodologiesFood safety management systemsSkills and Competencies

Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality reportsAbility to work flexibly and independentlyTime management skills to meet deadlinesAdditional Requirements

Ability to work outside standard office hours, when requiredWillingness and ability to travel throughout the borough to conduct inspectionsAccess to your own inspection tools and equipment (desirable)Eligibility to work in the ..... full job details .....