RQ1674883 - Environmental Health Officer

Aatom Recruitment is hiring on behalf of Local Authority for the role of RQ1674883 - Environmental Health Officer

Job Title: RQ1674883 - Environmental Health Officer

Contract Duration: 3 Months

Hours per week: 36

Working Pattern: Hybrid (Field & Office-Based)

About the Role

• Council is seeking two experienced Environmental Health Officers to join our Environmental Health Consultation Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in protecting public health and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations across high-risk special treatment premises.
• You will lead a targeted project focusing on laser and IPL (Intense Pulse Light) treatments, conducting inspections, assessing compliance, and taking enforcement action where necessary. Your work will directly contribute to reducing risks associated with unsafe practices and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out health and safety inspections of licensed premises offering laser and IPL treatments.
• Assess compliance with hygiene standards, machinery safety, operational processes, and documentation.
• Identify and address non-compliance, taking proportionate enforcement action in line with council policy.
• Provide advice and guidance to businesses to improve safety standards.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain evidence for enforcement proceedings.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health (essential).
• Chartered or Registered Environmental Health Practitioner (desirable).
• Proven local authority health and safety enforcement experience.
• Knowledge of massage and special treatment premises regulations.
• Ability to work independently in the community and escalate risks appropriately.
• Strong decision-making skills to assess risk and determine interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong written communication and IT proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite).