Environmental Health Officer / Food Safety Officer Food and Health & Safety Team Hours Full Time (37 hours/5 days) Contract Permanent Salary: £39,152 to £42,839 Location: District Council House, Lichfield (hybrid working) The Opportunity Are you a qualified and experienced Environmental Health Officer / Food Safety Officer looking to make a real difference in our community? Due to retirement, Lichfield District Council have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to join our Food and Health & Safety Team. This is a varied and rewarding role, in a friendly and supportive team. As an officer in the Food and Health & Safety Team you will undertake a wide range of regulatory functions. You will be carrying out food hygiene inspections, health and safety enforcement, liaise with partner agencies and take part in safety advisory groups and advise on event safety. You will also manage and develop Primary Authority relationships, carry out infectious disease controls, complaint investigations, sampling, and project work. You will have your own workload to take responsibility for and have the opportunity to use the full range of your professional skills and knowledge to improve standards. Please refer to job description and person specification for further details. What We’re Looking For You’ll be a motivated and enthusiastic professional with: A CIEH / EHRB‑recognised qualification in Environmental Health (BSc, MSc, Diploma or equivalent) and a minimum of two years post-qualification experience Registration with the EHRB (or eligibility) Strong experience and knowledge of food safety and health & safety enforcement Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce high‑quality reports and provide clear advice Confidence working independently and as part of a team A flexible approach, including the ability to work outside normal hours when required Why Join Us? We’re Lichfield District Council, a local authority in the heart of England, providing vital services to over 100,000 residents. Our district is a fantastic place to live and work, with a historic city centre, the stunning Lichfield Cathedral, and excellent transport links. We are an ambitious, innovative council, committed to delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused services and creating a positive working environment where people can thrive. Our Environmental Health Service plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting businesses, and helping communities stay safe. We offer a supportive and forward‑thinking working environment, with benefits including: Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Generous annual leave allowance, plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme Payment of professional fees (where applicable) Free on‑site parking Modern offices opposite Lichfield City railway station Employee wellbeing support and development opportunities Discounted leisure membership Option to join Private Health Care Scheme (after completion of 6 probation period) We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you are passionate about protecting public health and want to make a meaningful impact locally, we would love to hear from you. How to Apply For full details of the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Please Apply online through WM Jobs, or visit the LDC website. Contact Should you wish to have an informal discussion in relation to this opportunity contact: Lorraine Chapman, Food and H&S Manager Lorraine.Chapman@lichfielddc.gov.uk Closing date 5pm Sunday 22nd March 2026. Should we receive a large number of applications, then this post could close sooner than the date stated. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date. Interview will be held week commencing 23rd March 2026 Attached documents Job Description 2026 - Environmental Health Officer - Food Safety Officer.docx