The role
combines the investigation of reactive statutory nuisance complaints arising from domestic premises with proactive and reactive Health and Safety at Work Act functions. Although the post does not have direct supervision or management responsibilities, you will be expected to provide advice and guidance to Enforcement Officers dealing with statutory nuisance and health and safety matters.
Key duties include:
1. Undertaking national and regional Health and Safety interventions
2. Investigating Health and Safety complaints and RIDDOR notifications
3. Attending internal and regional meetings (e.g. Safety Advisory Group, Health and Safety task groups, All Wales expert panels)
4. Investigating statutory nuisance complaints from domestic and commercial premises
5. Investigating public health matters such as drainage issues and filthy or verminous premises
6. Arranging Public Health funerals
7. Undertaking Private Water Supply risk assessments and associated sampling
8. Maintaining records, registers and statutory data
9. Preparing reports, witness statements and legal documentation
10. Securing evidence, issuing legal notices and taking enforcement action, including prosecutions
Environmental Health Officer – Empty Property Enforcement (1 post)
Working within the Empty Property Enforcement Team, you will undertake private sector housing and empty homes enforcement activity, working with residents, landlords and partner agencies to improve housing standards and bring empty properties back into use.
Key duties include:
11. Inspecting residential premises, including private rented housing
12. Investigating complaints relating to housing conditions
13. Providing professional advice to landlords and tenants
14. Preparing reports, witness statements and legal documentation
15. Securing evidence and taking formal enforcement action, including prosecutions
16. Maintaining accurate records, registers and statutory data
About you:
Do you have:
17. Current experience of working in Environmental Health enforcement, including Public Health, Health and Safety and/or housing‑related work
18. Sound knowledge of Environmental Health legislation, policies and best practice standards
19. Experience of preparing cases and attending court hearings and/or tribunals
20. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently
21. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
You will hold:
22. A BSc or MSc in Environmental Health accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health
23. Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board, or the ability to achieve this within 12 months of appointment
About us:
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.
Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.
24. Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
25. Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 15.3% employer pension contribution
26. Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
27. Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
28. Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
29. Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
30. Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.
If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion,