Trainee Trading Standards Officer – Tobacco and Vapes NEW Bury Council Posted yesterday Bury £2[…]

About the Role

We are recruiting a trainee (level 6 apprentice) Trading Standards Officer on a 3‑year fixed‑term contract to undertake a specialist apprenticeship (max 29 months) via the CSA provider. You will receive training in all the basics of trading standards work with a focus on vapes and tobacco enforcement and one of the following areas: food standards, animal feeds (with an introduction to weights and measures).

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints and conduct on‑site investigations at farms, factories, businesses and community premises.
• Collect and test samples, provide advice to businesses and individuals, and take formal action when required.
• Compile evidence, prepare prosecution reports, seize offending products and give evidence in court.
• Work in partnership with agencies such as Police, HMRC and other councils.

Qualities & Qualifications

• Good standard of education and the aptitude and commitment to study toward a professional qualification.
• Demonstrable interest in Trading Standards work and public health issues, including vapes and tobacco.
• Excellent communication, customer service, time‑management, attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Practical knowledge of and access to all parts of Bury; having a driving licence is essential.

We guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked‑after children / care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

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