Senior / Environmental Health Officer Full Time NEW

• About the role
• We are inviting applications from motivated and enthusiastic Food and Health and Safety Practitioners who can work independently and adapt to evolving ways of working.

You will join a busy Food, Health and Safety Team, delivering inland food law enforcement and health and safety regulation as part of a wider Food and Safety Regulation Service, which also carries out official food controls at London Heathrow Airport.

Based in Uxbridge, you will benefit from excellent transport links including tube and bus services, as well as easy access to the M25, M40 and M4, with a range of local amenities nearby.

In this role, you will:

• Carry out food and health and safety inspections and investigations
• Respond to complaints and referrals
• Prepare case files for formal enforcement action
• Work across a variety of settings including approved and manufacturing premises, event safety and on-farm dairy

You will also be required to work occasionally outside normal hours and take part in a standby Environmental Health rota, for which additional payments are made.

About The Person

We are looking for a qualified Environmental Health Officer with a strong understanding of food safety and health and safety legislation, and a commitment to developing their skills and expertise.

You will:

• Be confident working independently while managing your own workload
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate sound judgement and decision-making
• Be flexible, organised and able to meet deadlines
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Be confident using IT systems

You must hold a degree or equivalent in Environmental Health, meet the Food Law Code of Practice competency requirements, and hold a full driving licence.

We are also looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Problem solving and initiative
• A passion for learning and continuous improvement
• Strong organisational and teamwork skills
• A commitment to delivering excellent customer service

Further Information

• Market Factor payment of £3,000 per annum (non-contractual)
• Standby payments of £181.55 per session (non-contractual)
• 36-hour working week
• Part-time and fixed-term options considered

Salary Information

Please note: Salary will be offered within the appropriate banding based on skills, experience, and interview assessment.

• Environmental Health Officer (POA) – £42,771 – £46,968
• Senior Environmental Health Officer (POB) – £48,003 – £52,194

If you are interested in hearing more please get in touch with Oliver Darius by email [email protected] to arrange a call.

• About You
• About us
• We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation’s success.

Recruitment Information

Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject to the following pre-employment screening:

• Basic DBS Check
• Qualifications Check
• 2 years of Referencing

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.