We're looking for an enthusiastic Environmental Health Officer to join our Food & Safety Team, helping to protect communities and support local businesses across Swale, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells. This is a dynamic, varied role where you'll combine regulation, advice and partnership working to drive high standards in food safety and workplace health.
Responsibilities
- Carrying out inspections and investigations across a wide range of businesses.
- Supporting businesses with clear, practical advice to achieve compliance.
- Taking enforcement action where needed, including preparing cases and attending court.
- Investigating complaints and public health risks, including infectious disease cases.
- Leading on specialist areas and contributing to service improvement projects.
Qualifications
- A degree or diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent).
- Experience in food safety and health & safety enforcement.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with a range of people.
- Excellent organisation and the ability to manage your own workload.
- A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset and commitment to public health.
- Full UK Driving License and access to a car.
Benefits
- Financial: An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure. A starting salary of £44,357 increasing to £45,525 after one year of service and increasing further to £46,692 upon completion of two years in post (subject to managerial approval).
- Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service) plus three additional days in December and bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance Programme: The Council has partnered with Health Assured to provide staff with access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) to assist in balancing everyday life with the requirement of work and home.
- Free staff parking and an essential car user allowance of £1000 per annum (pro‑rated for part time staff).
- Pensions: Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme – Employer contribution of 19.7%).
- Hybrid: The Council operates a hybrid working model with minimum 2 days working in the office.
- Personal Development: Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development.
