Environmental Health Officer

We are on the lookout for a talented Senior Environmental Health Officer to lead the way in tackling environmental issues that matter to our communities.
If you are ready to take on leadership responsibilities, manage major investigations, and shape a better environment for all, we want to hear from you.
Main responsibilities
This is a key role within our Environmental Protection Team, where no two days are the same. You will deal with complex cases across statutory nuisance, noise, air quality, contaminated land and environmental permitting. You'll be a technical expert, a mentor and a problem solver - helping us drive high standards in innovative solutions across the district., Permanent
37 hours a week
We work flexibly in Warwick, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.
You will be expected to be based in the office on at least one day a week (Mon-Fri on a rota basis), attend meetings as required and be available for the occasional out of hours work, sometimes at the weekend to respond to complaints. (Approximately 10 times a year).
Overview of team
You'll be joining a small, friendly team that prides itself on professionalism, collaboration, and delivering results. We support each other, share knowledge openly, and maintain high standards - all while keeping a positive, can do attitude.
If you have any questions or wish to have an informal discussion, please contact

A qualified EHORB registered Environmental Health Officer with a minimum of 5yrs post qualification experience in relevant Environmental Health disciplines.
In-depth knowledge of key legislation.
Proven enforcement experience and confident preparing legal cases and appearing in court.
A flexible proactive attitude with excellent communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities and lead from the front.

Here at Warwick District Council, we pride ourselves on the fact that we offer you a great place to work.
We achieve our goals by recruiting and retaining motivated, empowered and flexible staff. We are committed to training and development, and we encourage a healthy work-life balance.
We offer the rewards and benefits that make it a great place to work.
People like you
We offer a wide range of career opportunities at every level of the organisation. From apprenticeships to senior management, permanent to fixed term contracts or part-time working, we have something for everyone.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a Basic DBS check.
The intention is for the postholder to work predominately from home however, it is a requirement to attend our offices or sites within Warwick District as required. Any costs for travel from home to the office will be met by the successful candidate. However, hybrid and office working is also available.

Contractual hours: 37
Package:
Local Government Pension Scheme, Bupa Cashplan Scheme, Up To 32 Days Annual Leave, Work Perks Scheme.