Job Description

Environmental Health Officer

Bradford Hybrid Working Available
Rate: £65 per hour (Umbrella)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Initial Contract Length: 3 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 37 Hours per Week

The Role

This role will involve delivering a wide range of Environmental Health and Housing functions, ensuring compliance with legislation and promoting safe, healthy living and working environments across residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

You will be responsible for managing complex casework, carrying out inspections and investigations, providing expert advice, and taking enforcement action where necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve Environmental Health and Housing-related complaints and service requests.
Conduct inspections, assessments, and risk-based enforcement activities across a variety of premises.
Prepare, draft, and serve statutory notices and undertake enforcement action where required.
Collect evidence, prepare reports, and represent the authority at tribunals, hearings, and court proceedings.
Provide professional advice and guidance to residents, businesses, elected members, and partner organisations.
Carry out environmental and material sampling to support investigations and enforcement activities.
Maintain accurate records and case management information in line with legislative requirements.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health recognised by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
EHORB registration, Chartered Environmental Health Practitioner status, or Registered Environmental Health Practitioner status.
Strong knowledge of Environmental Health, Housing, and associated enforcement legislation.
Experience preparing enforcement notices, legal documentation, and attending court proceedings.
Ability to investigate complaints, assess risks, and make informed enforcement decisions.

What's on Offer

£65 per hour Umbrella.
Inside IR35 contract.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Opportunity to work within a well-established local authority team.
Potential for contract extension beyond the initial term.
Immediate start available.

Apply

If you are an experienced Environmental Health Officer looking for your next contract opportunity, apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.