Post Title: Environmental Health Officer
Team: Commercial
An exciting opportunity has risen, and we are seeking to appoint a qualified Environmental Health Officer to join our Commercial Premises Team on a full time 2 year fixed contract. You will be working as part of a small friendly team where you will deal with the FSA food hygiene program, food related complaints, infectious diseases, health and safety at work inspections, complaints and accidents and other commercial related statutory nuisances as well as planning applications. You may also be required to help out with other areas of departmental work should the need arise. You will work in a supportive environment, be encouraged to make decisions and exercise your professional judgement. You will be expected to manage your own workload to ensure targets are met and to work as part of a team.
You must be able to gather, collate and present evidence and determine and implement the best course of action to resolve issues.
The work will involve a flexible approach when dealing with proactive and reactive issues; and you will be responsible for managing a caseload of work within the above disciplines. Everyday presents a different challenge and you will enjoy the diverse range of jobs.
You will have the opportunity to develop professionally and gain experience in a wide range of duties. Training will also be provided where necessary.
The Commercial Premises Team is part of the Public Protection Team under the Department of Operations. The wider team is also responsible for neighbourhoods statutory nuisance for example dog barking, fly tipping, filthy and verminous properties, private rented sector housing, drainage issues, air quality, climate change, contaminated land, private water supplies and environmental permitting.
The post requires a fully qualified Environmental Health Officer and be a competent food officer as defined by the FSA. You should have knowledge of current legislation relating to environmental health and good communication skills together with the associated enthusiasm and commitment to fulfil the requirements of the post applied for. Commercial work is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to improve the wellbeing for both individuals and communities living in Bury.
The post is Grade 12 (£39,186-£41,418), SCP 31 - 33 and hours of work will be 37 per week worked in accordance with the Authority's flexitime arrangements and is full time 2 year fixed contract (end date 31 March 2026).
A driving licence is required as a car user allowance is payable, subject to council policy.
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.
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For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Rob Hall on 0161 253 5526/ r.a.hall@bury.gov.uk
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