Environmental Health Officers - Ref: EE11624

Walsall Council is hiring two full-time Environmental Health Officers to manage regulatory and advisory tasks related to food safety, health, and public health. Applicants need a recognized qualification in Environmental Health and a full UK driving license. The position is office-based at the Civic Centre in Walsall, offering an opportunity to develop skills within a supportive team. The salary ranges from £39,513 to £44,711.
Environmental Health Officer x 2 - Ref: EE11624
Salary: G9 £39,513 - £44,711
Contract: Full Time - 37 hours
Car Allowance: Casual
Office Location: Civic Centre, Darwall Street, Walsall or as otherwise directed.

What are we looking for?

Walsall Council is seeking two enthusiastic Environmental Health Officers to work in a busy team to deliver a wide range of regulatory and advisory activities covering food safety, occupational health and safety, infectious diseases, animal licensing and public health promotion.

About the job

The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and gain valuable experience within an established team serving a diverse metropolitan area.

About you

Applicants must hold a recognised diploma, degree, or MSc in Environmental Health and possess full registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) or as a Registered CIEH Environmental Health Practitioner or equivalent.

A full clean UK driving license is required for this role.

For a further discussion please contact Paul Rooney on 01922 653024 or David Elrington on 01922 653023.

View Job Description and Employee Specification

Closing date for applications: 28th March 2025

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Read more about our benefits at https://go.walsall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers-/benefits-of-working-for-us