Environmental Health Officer (Commercial)

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Job title:

Environmental Health Officer (Commercial)

Location:

Hybrid working – a combination of remote working and office working in Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Status:

Permanent

Hours:

37 hours per week – flexi scheme

Grade:

Grade 8 (£41,771-£45,091) per annum

Car user:

Essential

Free office parking

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Harborough District Council’s vision is to work with communities in a vibrant, safe and prosperous district and to bring the best opportunities to all

We are looking for a fully qualified Environmental Health Practitioner to join our small dynamic team. Enforcing food hygiene and health and safety legislation in a wide range of premises, you will be required to carry out statutory inspections, and targeted interventions employing the full range of enforcement tools where necessary. In addition, you will investigate complaints and workplace accidents and conduct outbreak investigations. Offering advice and support to businesses is equally important.

You must be a keen, self-motivated person who can work well as part of a busy team. You will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and use your initiative to carry out your duties effectively. You will be appropriately qualified with a Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health and be registered with the Environmental Health Officer’s Registration Board, or the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. Your current competencies will include being able to carry out the full range of food hygiene interventions in line with the FSA’s code of Practice.

You must have a driving licence and be able to work outside office hours on occasion.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 26th October 2025. Interviews will be held on W/c 3rd and 10th November 2025

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date should we receive sufficient suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Desirable criteria from the person specification may be used for sifting purposes.

If you think you would be a great fit for us, but don’t meet all the requirements of the role, please contact us as we’d love to discuss how we could be the next step in your career journey.

Our preferred method of receipt of application is via the online application form.

Should you have any difficulties applying online please e-mail recruitment@harborough.gov.uk. CVs will not be accepted. Please specify which post you are applying for on your application form and ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the person specification.