Environmental Health Officer, Richmond (Full Time)

Environment Journal; Richmond; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking an Environmental Health Officer passionate about protecting the environment and public health. You will investigate complaints, enforce legislation, and manage public health duties. Ideal candidates possess a degree in Environmental Health and a commitment to community well-being. Benefits include a local government pension scheme and various employee discounts. Apply by January 18, 2026, for this rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discount benefits

Travel loans

Health Assured support service

Qualifications

• Experience in managing conflict and complaints within Environmental Health.
• Knowledge of current environmental health legislation and public agency relations.
• Ability to make decisions based on evidence in a changing environment.
• Understanding of political context in environmental health.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints related to noise and statutory nuisances.
• Conduct inspections for pest control and drainage issues.
• Enforce legislation regarding private water supplies.
• Respond to consultations from licensing and planning departments.

Skills

Investigative skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Conflict management

Education

Degree in Environmental Health (BSc or MSc)

Registered Environmental Health Officer

Job description

Environmental Health Officer, Richmond

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!

The role

As an Environmental Health Officer within the Environmental Protection team, you will:

• 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.

• 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?

In addition to your salary, North Yorkshire Council offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit 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

Contact and Apply

If you are interested in learning more about our opportunity, please contactAlison 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 18 th January 2026

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 26 th January 2026

Key documents: Job description.pdf

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