Job description
Directorate: PlaceHours: 30 hours a week Contract Type: Permanent Location: The Council House/Hybrid Working An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Derby City’s busy Trading Standards Team. This role sits within the Fair Trading & Product Safety Specialism. Derby is a city with ambition and drive, with a proud history of innovation. We have a strong economy, a diverse population and a great central location. Like many authorities, our city also faces challenges. We are looking for someone who can join in our team’s enthusiasm and creativity in meeting these challenges. We’re committed to listening to our communities and being responsive, supporting our city to be the best it can be. We are therefore looking for people who are forward thinking, customer focused, have excellent communication skills and are highly motivated to make a difference for both consumers and businesses. You will have a relevant Trading Standards qualification such as the TSPD, DCATS, DTS or equivalent, with food competency and will have a full driving license. Starting salary grade will depend on level of qualifications achieved and demonstrable experience. Reporting to a Principal Trading Standards Officer, you will undertake a full range of duties including investigations, inspections, advising business/consumers and project work primarily relating to Product Safety and Fair Trading legislation. The successful candidate will be flexible in approach whilst having the opportunity to develop specialisms in areas that suit their skills and expertise. If you would like an informal discussion about either post