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Tripod Partners are currently recruiting for a Port Health Officer.
Are you an EHORB-registered Environmental Health Officer looking to use your skills in a dynamic, high-impact setting? We're working with a respected Port Health Authority that is expanding its team and seeking a Port Health Officer to support critical biosecurity, food, and feed import controls.
* Locations: London Gateway, Tilbury, Purfleet & Thamesport
* Band F | Locum Contract | Full-Time
Key Responsibilities:
* Implement and enforce controls for Products of Animal and Non-Animal Origin, fishery products, organic imports, and more
* Liaise with UK and international agencies (FSA, APHA, HMRC, EU Commission, etc.)
* Conduct inspections, sampling, and quality assurance in line with ISO, FSA, and EU legislation
* Serve as (or train to become) an Official Fish Inspector
* Lead on investigations, draft enforcement notices, and support legal proceedings where necessary
* Provide training and technical guidance to junior and technical staff
* Use systems such as PHILIS, IPAFFS, Destin8, FSS, and M3
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* BSc or MSc in Environmental Health (CIEH approved)
* EHORB Registration – must be eligible to practice in the UK
* Experience in Port Health, Environmental Health, or related field
* Familiarity with UK/EU food & feed legislation, sampling protocols, and import controls
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to advise stakeholders at all levels
* A UK driving license (fieldwork across sites may be required)
? Why Apply?
* Work in one of the UK’s most important regulatory environments
* Excellent exposure to public health, import law, and international standards
* Be part of a collaborative team shaping the future of UK Port Health
* Flexible locum contract with long-term potential
* Open to candidates transferring under the WFA 4-week notice period
? Interested?
Message me directly or email your CV to discuss the role in confidence.
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