Environmental Health Officer, Harrogate (Full Time)

Environment Journal; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional local government authority in Harrogate seeks an Environmental Health Officer to investigate public health complaints and enforce environmental legislation. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in managing conflicts. The role includes conducting inspections, and the organization offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including a local government pension scheme and various employee discounts. This position promotes significant community interaction and a variety of responsibilities related to public health.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discount benefits

Travel loans

Health Assured – wellbeing support

Qualifications

• You must be a qualified Environmental Health Officer registered by the Environmental Health Registration Board.
• Experience in managing conflict and complaints both informally and formally.
• Knowledge of current environmental health legislation and practice.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints related to noise and other statutory nuisances.
• Carry out public health duties, including pest control.
• Conduct licensing and enforcement inspections for caravans.

Skills

Investigative skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Report-writing

Education

Degree in Environmental Health (BSc or MSc)

Job description

Environmental Health Officer, Harrogate

£42,839 - £47,181 per annum

Expires: 18/01/2026

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Job Type: Full Time

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and promoting public health?

Do you have a strong commitment to making a positive impact on communities?

If so, you are just what we are looking for!

Our Service

Regulatory services are unique and offer the chance for you to have a fascinatingly diverse and positive career within environmental health.

As the largest county by area in the country, the communities we serve include rural villages and hamlets, vibrant market towns, seaside resorts, and national parks. Within these communities are a large range of businesses, ranging from microbusinesses right up to large enterprises.

Both our communities and businesses engage with us well and understand the importance of what our service does, enabling us to dedicate more of our time to making a difference for our residents. This positive engagement from our communities is underpinned by our commitment to excellent customer service, we listen and are dedicated to ensuring the experience of our customers is a positive one.

The role

• Investigate complaints related to noise and other statutory nuisances.
• Carry out public health duties, including pest control and drainage issue investigations.
• Enforce legislation related to private water supplies.
• Conduct licensing and enforcement inspections for caravans.
• Respond to consultations from licensing and planning departments.

For more details, please see our Job Description.

What you will bring

You will have a Degree in Environmental Health (BSc or MSc), be a qualified Environmental Health Officer registered by the Environmental Health Registration Board and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

The successful applicant will also have

• Experience of working within Environmental Health and of managing conflict and complaints informally and formally.
• Knowledge of current environmental health legislation and practice and of the relationship with other public agencies, knowledge of Police and Criminal Evidence Act and experience of court proceedings.
• A high level of investigative, analytical, and interpretative skills and have the ability to make fast paced decisions based upon evidence presented within an ever-changing environment.
• An understanding of the political context and the ability to operate sensitively and efficiently within a political environment.

You will be a confident communicator with strong report-writing and analytical skills and able to work independently and manage a varied and busy caseload.

What can we offer you?

• a local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution
• salary sacrifice schemes
• employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more!
• travel loans
• Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing

Click on our Total Rewards Brochure at the bottom of this advert to see the full range of benefits.

Contact and Apply

If you are interested in learning more about our opportunity, please contact Alison Tierney on 07525 988045 or [e-mail] for an informal conversation.

Applying is easy, simply click on apply, register your details, remove your personal details from your CV and upload.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Key dates

Closing date: Sunday 18th January 2026

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 26th January 2026

Key documents

Job description.pdf

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.