Environmental Health Officer – Food Safety Southwark Council | Commercial Services Unit Temporary | ongoing| 36 hours per week Start date: 27 April 2026 Location: 160 Tooley Street, SE1 2QH IR35: Inside PAYE £23.28 p/h | Umbrella £30.39 p/h About the Role Southwark Council is seeking two Environmental Health Officers to support its Commercial Services Unit with food safety and wider environmental health duties. You’ll play a key role in protecting public health, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused services across the borough. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified EHOs looking to contribute to a high‑performing, forward‑thinking regulatory team. Key Responsibilities Carry out food safety inspections, interventions and enforcement in line with statutory requirements. Maintain awareness of service standards, performance targets and quality frameworks, contributing to continuous improvement. Undertake research, consultation and reporting on environmental health matters. Respond flexibly to service needs, using available technology to improve efficiency and outcomes. Promote and uphold equal opportunities, customer care and diversity principles. Work in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and council policies, encouraging safe practice across the service. Support an open, collaborative and innovative team culture where staff feel involved and supported. Participate in ongoing professional development relevant to environmental health and regulatory practice. About You You will bring: A recognised Environmental Health qualification (EHRB registration or equivalent). Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, enforcement powers and regulatory frameworks. Experience delivering inspections, investigations and enforcement within a local authority or similar setting. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet performance targets. Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with businesses, partners and the public. A proactive, flexible and solutions‑focused approach to service delivery.