Environmental Health Officer / Food Safety Officer

About us

We’re Lichfield District Council – a forward-thinking local authority at the heart of England, where heritage, community and innovation come together.

From our historic city centre and iconic Lichfield Cathedral to our thriving towns and rural communities, Lichfield is a district where people enjoy living, working and visiting.

We’re an ambitious and collaborative council, committed to delivering high-quality services that make a positive difference. We value our people, encourage new ideas and create an environment where professionals can develop, contribute and make an impact.

The opportunity

Are you a qualified and experienced Environmental Health Officer / Food Safety Officer looking for a role where your expertise can make a real difference?

Our Environmental Health Service plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting local businesses and ensuring our communities remain safe and healthy.

You’ll join a knowledgeable and supportive team where your professional judgement is valued, your contribution is recognised, and you’ll have the opportunity to manage a varied caseload and make a visible impact across the district.

Hours: Flexible Part Time Hours (Full time will also be considered)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £39,152 to £42,839 pro rata

Why join us?

Joining Lichfield District Council means being part of a team where your work genuinely matters.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Protect the health and wellbeing of our communities through meaningful regulatory work
• Support local businesses and build positive working relationships
• Work across a varied caseload, using the full range of your professional skills
• Be part of a collaborative team where knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are encouraged
• Have the autonomy to manage your workload while being supported by experienced colleagues
• Continue developing your skills through learning, experience and professional support
• Benefit from a flexible working environment that supports wellbeing and work-life balance

What you'll be doing

As part of our Food and Health & Safety Team, you will undertake a wide range of Environmental Health functions, including:

• Carrying out food hygiene inspections and food safety interventions
• Undertaking health and safety enforcement activities
• Investigating complaints and infectious disease cases
• Providing advice and guidance to businesses
• Supporting safety advisory groups and advising on event safety
• Managing and developing Primary Authority relationships
• Carrying out sampling, projects and other regulatory work

You’ll take responsibility for your own workload and have the opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to improve standards across the district.

What we’re looking for

You’ll be a motivated and enthusiastic professional with:

• A CIEH / EHRB-recognised qualification in Environmental Health (BSc, MSc, Diploma or equivalent)
• A minimum of two years post-qualification experience
• Registration with the EHRB (or eligibility)
• Strong knowledge and experience of food safety and health & safety enforcement
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear advice and produce high-quality reports
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A flexible approach, including the ability to work outside normal hours when required

Benefits include:

• Friendly, inclusive and supportive working environment
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Local Government Pension Scheme (with life cover – 3x salary)
• Generous annual leave
• Private healthcare (after 6 months’ probation)
• Free onsite parking
• Discounted gym membership
• Easy access, central Lichfield location
• Modern open plan office space

How to Apply

If this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and supporting statement to careers@lwmts.co.uk.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please email careers@lwmts.co.uk so we can support you.

Important Information

We value every application and aim to review all submissions carefully. However, due to high application volumes, we may close the vacancy early, so please apply as soon as possible.

If you haven’t heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.

All offers of employment are conditional upon:

• Two satisfactory references (covering the last 3 years of employment)
• Proof of right to work in the UK
• A DBS check (if applicable)

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

If you are passionate about protecting public health and want to play a key role in supporting our communities, we’d love to hear from you.