Environmental Health Officer

Dunnebier Print & Marketing; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Environmental Health Officer in the West Bromwich area to support compliance with Environmental Health legislation and conduct inspections. You will investigate complaints, prepare prosecution files, and ensure public protection. The ideal candidate will be a qualified EHO or close to qualification with strong knowledge of Environmental Health law and enforcement experience. This is an on-site position in the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Qualified Environmental Health Officer with relevant regulatory experience.
• Strong knowledge of enforcement practices and the law.
• Ability to write clear, well-structured reports.

Responsibilities

• Enforce relevant Environmental Health legislation.
• Investigate complaints and conduct inspections.
• Prepare prosecution files and represent the Authority in court.

Skills

Knowledge of Environmental Health law

Investigation skills

Report writing

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified EHO or close to qualification

Job description

Lynx Employment is recruiting an Environmental Health Officer on behalf of our client in Sandwell. You’ll work under the Senior EHO, supporting residents and businesses, ensuring compliance with Environmental Health and public protection legislation, investigating complaints, and delivering programmed inspections across the borough.

Key Duties Include

• Enforcing relevant Environmental Health/Citizen & Consumer Protection legislation.
• Investigating criminal/civil complaints and statutory nuisance issues.
• Conducting detailed site inspections, risk assessments, and follow-up reports.
• Securing compliance through advice, education, and enforcement where needed.
• Preparing prosecution files and representing the Authority in court when required.
• Managing a caseload, keeping accurate case notes, and liaising with stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively across service teams and contributing to joined-up activity.
• Delivering occasional talks/publicity support under supervision.

About You

• Qualified EHO (or close to qualification) with relevant regulatory experience.
• Strong knowledge of Environmental Health law and enforcement practice.
• Confident investigator and inspector, able to write clear legal-standard reports.
• Professional, resilient, and skilled in handling difficult situations.
• Flexible, organised, and able to work independently and as part of a team.