Environmental Health Officer
Location: Derbyshire
Contract Type: Fixed-term until 31st March
Hours: Full-time (flexibility required for occasional evenings and Saturdays)
About the Role
We are seeking a professional, confident, and assertive Environmental Health Officer on behalf of our client to join their team on a short-term contract. This role involves working within a local authority setting, delivering high-quality services to protect public health and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Take enforcement action in accordance with Trading Standards and Environmental Protection legislation.
- Instigate legal proceedings and statutory enforcement where appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with members of the public, stakeholders, colleagues, and external agencies.
- Demonstrate awareness of equalities and diversity issues in service delivery.
- Apply negotiation skills and a practical approach to problem-solving.
- Maintain a commitment to customer care and professional standards.
Essential Requirements
- Education: Minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade A-C or equivalent).
- Driving Licence: Full UK licence with business insurance (ideally).
- IT Skills: Competent in using information technology systems.
- Experience:Practical Trading Standards Officer (TSO) training within a local authority.
- Previous enforcement experience under Trading Standards legislation.
- Knowledge of Environmental Protection legislation and procedures.
- Personal Attributes:Flexible approach to working hours.
- Professional, confident, and able to handle demanding workloads.
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