EHO

MCS Group is currently working in partnership with a Public Sector organisation to recruit a Environmental Health Officer on a long-term temporary contract (3 months with the view to extension). Excellent hourly rate - £26.62 + benefits.

The Role:

• Contribute to the delivery of an effective, customer-focused and innovative Environmental Health Service, ensuring compliance with statutory and legislative requirements across a wide range of functions.

• Undertake programmed inspections of commercial and domestic premises, applying relevant legislation, codes of practice and statutory guidance, preparing detailed reports and correspondence as required.

• Investigate complaints, accidents and service requests within agreed timescales, recommending and taking appropriate enforcement action in line with delegated authority and Council policies.

• Carry out sampling duties and participate in monitoring exercises including food, air and water sampling, interpreting results and advising on necessary actions.

• Provide professional and technical advice on planning applications and Building Control consultations, assessing potential environmental and public health impacts.

• Prepare reports and responses for management, Freedom of Information requests, court proceedings and committee meetings as required, including attendance at court, public enquiries and planning appeals when necessary.

• Support emergency response activities including major incidents, food safety alerts, pollution events and other out-of-hours service requirements.

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to business planning, service improvement initiatives and continuous professional development.

• Liaise effectively with external agencies, Council departments and stakeholders to ensure a coordinated and high-quality service delivery.

The Person:

• Relevant degree in Environmental Health or a related discipline.

• Experience undertaking inspections, investigations and enforcement within an Environmental Health or regulatory setting.

• Knowledge of relevant environmental health legislation and good governance requirements.

• Strong report writing, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Ability to manage workload effectively and work flexibly, including participation in emergency and out-of-hours responses.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate digital records.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group on 028 9693 5501 or email z.downes@mcsgroup.jobs.

This role is subject to a basic AccessNI check.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and is the first recruitment agency in Northern Ireland to achieve the Bronze Diversity Mark. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate your request. #PublicSector

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