Environmental Health Officer – Food Safety

Environmental Health Officer – Food Safety

Southwark Council | Commercial Services UnitTemporary | ongoing | 36 hours per week

Start date: 27 April 2026Location: 160 Tooley Street, SE1 2QHIR35: InsidePAYE £23.28 p/h | Umbrella £30.39 p/h

About the Role

Southwark Council is seeking two Environmental Health Officers to support its Commercial Services Unit with food safety and wider environmental health duties. You’ll play a key role in protecting public health, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused services across the borough. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified EHOs looking to contribute to a high‑performing, forward‑thinking regulatory team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out food safety inspections, interventions and enforcement in line with statutory requirements.
• Maintain awareness of service standards, performance targets and quality frameworks, contributing to continuous improvement.
• Undertake research, consultation and reporting on environmental health matters.
• Respond flexibly to service needs, using available technology to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Promote and uphold equal opportunities, customer care and diversity principles.
• Work in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and council policies, encouraging safe practice across the service.
• Support an open, collaborative and innovative team culture where staff feel involved and supported.
• Participate in ongoing professional development relevant to environmental health and regulatory practice.

About You

• A recognised Environmental Health qualification (EHRB registration or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, enforcement powers and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience delivering inspections, investigations and enforcement within a local authority or similar setting.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet performance targets.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with businesses, partners and the public.
• A proactive, flexible and solutions‑focused approach to service delivery.

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