Environmental Health Practitioner

Job Introduction

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Environmental Health Practitioner to join our busy and professional Environmental Compliance Team.

Why Solihull?

It’s an exciting time to be working in Solihull. Our central location and ambitious growth plans mean you’ll be involved in high‑profile projects, including preparations for High Speed 2 (HS2) and major commercial and residential developments across the borough, such as Birmingham Airport, the National Exhibition Centre and Arden Cross.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference across a socially and economically diverse borough, delivering a wide range of Environmental Health services that help protect residents and improve local communities.

The role will have a strong focus on private sector housing, including housing standards and the regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). You will also be involved in tackling environmental crime and nuisance issues, as well as carrying out regulatory inspections, investigations, and enforcement activities.

Working as part of a proactive team, you will provide expert advice and guidance to residents, businesses, landlords, and other stakeholders. You will undertake inspections, investigate complaints, assess compliance with relevant legislation, and take appropriate enforcement action where necessary, ensuring a fair, consistent, and customer-focused approach at all times.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Health or related subject
• Experience of providing regulatory advice and taking enforcement action
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of legal processes and evidence gathering
• Be confident working independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage with a range of stakeholders and deal effectively with situations involving conflict.
• Knowledge and experience in the field of housing (desirable).
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle, to enable you to attend meetings and move around sites in the Borough where much of the team’s work is delivered.

Why Join Us?

We’re a council that is small enough to care, but big enough to make a difference. You’ll be supported by an experienced team, work on varied and meaningful cases, and have the opportunity to make a real impact across the borough.

As an employee of Solihull Council, you’ll also benefit from:

• A competitive salary.
• A range of flexible working options.
• Generous annual leave plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days Attractive staff benefits.
• A Flexitime scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service.
• Family and carer-friendly policies.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Exclusive employee benefits: staff discounts, subsidised travel passes, Cycle 2 Work Scheme.

To apply, please click on the link below. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.

If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Richard Staveley, Team Manager- Regulatory Services at rstaveley@solihull.gov.uk or Team Leader - David Howes, at david.howes@solihull.gov.uk

Closing date: 20 September 2026

Interviews will take place on Thursday, 1st October 2026

CV’s will not be accepted for this role

Please note: As part of our compliance and safer recruitment requirements, references will be sought for all successful candidates following interview. A reference must be provided by the candidate’s current or most recent employer or training provider. Where this does not cover the last three years, an additional reference will be required from the candidate’s next most recent employer or training provider. Posts subject to statutory regulation may require additional scrutiny. Personal/character references will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

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