We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated forward-thinking, experienced individual to work in our busy Commercial Environmental Health Team, who is looking to make a difference.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with significant experience or for someone looking to develop their career within environmental health while contributing to the safety and wellbeing of our community.

You will:

• Deliver a programme of inspections, investigations, and interventions relating to food hygiene, food standards, and/or health & safety.
• Provide professional advice and support to businesses, service users, and internal stakeholders in line with your competencies.
• Secure and improve compliance with relevant legislation through education, enforcement, and partnership working.
• Undertake detailed technical investigations, assess risks, and interpret legislation and statutory codes of practice.
• Produce clear, concise inspection reports and documentation, and deliver presentations where required.
• Effectively manage and prioritise your workload to meet deadlines and performance targets.

We are looking for someone who:

• Will be a confident and capable professional with:
• Demonstrable experience of improving compliance with food hygiene and/or health & safety legislation.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to advise and influence a range of audiences clearly and authoritatively.
• The ability to carry out thorough investigations and apply technical knowledge in practical situations.
• Experience producing accurate reports and presenting complex information effectively.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

You must hold a degree / master’s in environmental health and hold EHRB registration or a Registered Environmental Health Practitioner. With at least 6 months current/recent food hygiene experience.   You must also be able to demonstrate your ability to meet the requirements of an Authorised Officer in accordance with the requirements of the Food Law Code of Practice.

This is an excellent career opportunity to develop professionally and gain experience in a wide range of duties and training will be provided where necessary.

Pendle is in Lancashire’s scenic Pennines, close to the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Manchester.

We offer:

• Flexible working, including no set core hours, up to 2 flexi days per month, and compressed hours
• Up to 31 days annual leave
• Flexible contracts requiring 2–3 days in the office each week (more if needed), so you should live within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire

Our Benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle to Work, home tech, and car salary sacrifice schemes
• Discounts at major retailers via the Vivup programme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any basis, including disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age.