Location
Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD

Hours
Full Time - 36 hours per week

Salary
£48,091 - £55,036 per annum

About the Role
Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you want to be part of a committed team that supports the local community? Elmbridge Borough Council is seeking a talented and dedicated Senior Environmental Health Officer to join our Food and Safety team within the Planning and Environmental Health department. You will play a key role in delivering food safety, health and safety, infectious disease control, skin piercing regulation, street trading control, and wider public health responsibilities. Your work will protect residents and support local businesses, helping to develop a thriving and sustainable Elmbridge.

We value professional development and will support you in creating a bespoke learning and development plan. We offer flexible hybrid working arrangements tailored to your needs and the service requirements. Our strong wellbeing programme ensures that when you thrive, Elmbridge thrives. Additional benefits include an excellent pension scheme, employee discounts with local businesses, free employee parking, your birthday off, and time off between Christmas and New Year.

Join a great team and make a real difference in your community.

Experience
Proven experience in Environmental Health, particularly in food safety and public health enforcement, is essential. Experience working within a local authority or similar regulatory environment is highly desirable.

About you
You are a committed professional with strong communication and organisational skills. You enjoy working collaboratively within a team and engaging with the community and local businesses. You are motivated to protect public health and promote safety standards effectively.

Qualifications
You must hold a relevant Environmental Health qualification and be registered with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) or equivalent professional body.