Environmental Health Officer, Northallerton (Full Time)

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

Job summary

A local government council in Northallerton is seeking an Environmental Health Officer dedicated to protecting public health and the environment. The role includes investigating complaints, enforcing environmental legislation, and conducting public health duties. Applicants should have a degree in Environmental Health and be a registered officer. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits like a pension scheme and health support.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts

Travel loans

Health support services

Qualifications

• You must have a Degree in Environmental Health and be a Registered Environmental Health Officer.
• Experience with legislation and managing complaints is required.
• High analytical and investigative skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Investigate noise complaints and statutory nuisances.
• Conduct public health duties like pest control investigations.
• Enforce legislation on private water supplies.

Skills

Experience in Environmental Health

Investigative skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Report writing

Education

Degree in Environmental Health (BSc or MSc)

Registered Environmental Health Officer

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Health Officer, Northallerton

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: £42,839 - £47,181 per annum

Expires: 18/01/2026

Job Overview

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!

Regulatory services offer a diverse and rewarding career within environmental health. North Yorkshire, the largest county by area in the country, serves rural villages, market towns, seaside resorts, and national parks, with a wide range of businesses from micro‑enterprises to large enterprises. Our commitment to excellent customer service enables us to dedicate more time to making a difference for our residents.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

Additionally, the successful applicant will have:

• Experience working within Environmental Health and managing conflict and complaints informally and formally.
• Knowledge of current environmental health legislation and practice, including relationships with other public agencies, the Police and Criminal Evidence Act, and experience of court proceedings.
• A high level of investigative, analytical, and interpretative skills with the ability to make fast‑paced decisions based on evidence in an ever‑changing environment.
• An understanding of the political context and the ability to operate sensitively and efficiently within a political environment.
• Confident communication with strong report‑writing and analytical skills, able to work independently and manage a varied and busy caseload.

What Can We Offer You?

In addition to your salary, North Yorkshire Council offers a range of benefits to support you financially and make life easier.

• 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.

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Contact and Apply

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

Applying is easy: simply click on the Apply button, register your details, remove your personal information 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

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