Environmental Health Practitioner - Central Scotland

Shield Safety Group; Greenock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Central Scotland is seeking a qualified Environmental Health Practitioner. The role involves conducting environmental health audits, collaborating with industry experts, and leveraging compliance technology to enhance service delivery. Ideal candidates will hold a BSc or MSc in Environmental Health, have experience in audits or inspections, and be passionate about public health and risk management. This position offers excellent professional development opportunities and flexible benefits.

Benefits

33 days holiday, increasing with service

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Hold an accredited BSc or MSc in Environmental Health.
• Have experience leading audits, inspections, or compliance consultancy.
• Be passionate about public health, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Hold a full and valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental health audits and consultancy services.
• Collaborate with experts and contribute to compliance standards.
• Provide training and bespoke consultancy.
• Utilize compliance technology for efficient auditing.

Skills

Leading audits

Public health

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

BSc or MSc in Environmental Health

Job description

Location: Central Scotland

Specialism: Food Hygiene & Health and Safety

Job Description:

Are you a qualifiedEnvironmental Health Practitioner (EHP)or Environmental Health Officer (EHO) and looking to advance your career in theprivate sector? JoinShield Safety, one of the UK’s leadingEnvironmental Health Consultancies, and take the next step in your career.

Whether you are wanting to achieve CIEH Registrationthrough our structuredPathway to RegistrationProgramme, you’ve ready to take a step up in your Environmental Health career and take advantage or the unrivalled professional development opportunities that we can offer, or perhaps you simply want a change from Housing or Port Health and you want to specialise in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety instead.

This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals with aBSc or MSc in Environmental Healthand some hands-on experience in leading inspections or auditingto grow within a collaborative, passionate and award-winning team.

Why Work with Shield Safety

We’re committed to developing the next generation ofexperienced Registered Environmental Health Practitioners. Whether your goal is to become aSpecialist Consultant,a Senior Auditor or a Regional Manager, we’ll support your journey every step of the way. We offer unrivalled opportunities for career developmentand continuous learning with CPD opportunities, technical workshops, development programmes, and all the support you need to succeed from expert industry mentors. And as mentioned, you’ll be given full support to complete yourChartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Registered EHP Pathway Programme.

⚫ Specialise in Food Safety and Health and Safety

Unlike EHO roles focused on Housing or Environmental Protection, our consultancy specialises inFood Safety ComplianceandHealth and Safety Risk Managementacross theHospitality,Retail, andLeisure sectors.

⚫ Work Smarter with Compliance Technology

Use our proprietaryAudit Upload Tooland digital compliance systems to streamline your work. No more paperwork – just efficient, tech-led solutions.

⚫ Work with Leading UK Brands

Gain experience working with high-profile clients and leading brand names in Retail and Hospitality, including major supermarket chains and restaurant groups, delivering high-impactenvironmental health auditsand consultancy services.

Go beyond inspections – get involved intraining delivery,bespoke consultancy, andthought leadershipprojects that influence the future ofpublic health and safetyin the UK.

⚫ Industry Recognition and Collaboration

Collaborate with experts from theChartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH),Food Standards Agency (FSA), andFood Standards Scotland (FSS). Be part of a team shaping national standards inEnvironmental Health compliance.

Join a company twice namedCompliance Consultancy of the Year, recognised for excellence inFood Hygiene,Health and Safety Auditing, andRegulatory Compliance.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you should:

• Hold an accreditedBSc or MSc in Environmental Health
• Have some experience leading audits, inspections orin compliance consultancy
• Be passionate aboutpublic health,risk management, andregulatory compliance
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Hold a full and validUK driving licence

Apply Now – Environmental Health Jobs UK

If you're ready to grow your career as aCIEH Registered Environmental Health Practitionerin a forward-thinking, supportive, and innovative consultancy, apply today. One of our team members will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Apply nowand become a part of our diverse and dynamic team, making every day safer!

What We Offer

• Clear progression pathway: All EHPs are supported from day one on the path to becoming a Registered EHP.
• Professional growth: We cover professional memberships and provide ongoing training.
• Flexible benefits: 33 days holiday, increasing with service, plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, flexible working, plenty of training opportunities and CPD, strong benefits package
• Work in a tech-based, client-facing environment. No mountains of paperwork or long hours at home.
• Exposure to leading hospitality and retail brands, and an opportunity to learn from industry thought leaders.
• This is a rare opportunity for qualified EHPs to work in a field-based, client-facing role with unparalleled career progression in the private sector.