12 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose To deliver a comprehensive environmental health service by investigating complaints, conducting inspections, enforcing relevant legislation, and providing specialist advice. The role supports the Council’s objectives to maintain a clean, green, and safe environment across the Borough. Key Responsibilities Investigate complaints, nuisances, accidents, and environmental health matters. Carry out inspections and surveys across areas such as food safety, pollution, housing, health and safety, environmental crime, and anti-social behaviour. Take appropriate enforcement action to ensure compliance with statutory duties and Council policies. Provide advice and guidance to the public, external agencies, and internal stakeholders. Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and statistical data using relevant systems. Collect and manage data submissions to external and government bodies where required. Prepare evidence for legal proceedings and represent the Council in court, tribunals, or hearings. Liaise and collaborate with external partners including local authorities, police, fire services, and government agencies. Contribute to planning, licensing consultations, and strategic service initiatives. Support health promotion initiatives, campaigns, and educational programmes. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and internal policies. Requirements EHORB registration (or working towards) or equivalent qualification. Experience in environmental health enforcement and applying regulatory powers. Strong understanding of investigation processes and evidence gathering. Ability to interpret complex information and make sound professional judgements. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong IT proficiency. Ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines. Experience dealing with challenging or sensitive public interactions. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: experience in multi-disciplinary working, court proceedings, surveillance, and use of monitoring equipment. Additional Information Location: Rugby Borough Council (hybrid working available, with office and field-based duties) Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexible between 8:00am – 6:00pm, with occasional evenings/weekends) Working Pattern: Combination of office-based work and site visits/inspections Pay: Bi-weekly payments Pay (Umbrella – per inspection): Category A: £95 Category B: £85 Category C: £65 Category D: £60 Category E: £55