Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer (EHO) to support service delivery in Oban. The role involves delivering the full range of statutory environmental health functions, with a particular focus on responding to service requests across public health, environmental protection, licensing and planning consultations, health and safety, and food safety. The position is offered on a hybrid basis, requiring on-site presence within Argyll and Bute three days per week.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver the full range of statutory environmental health services in line with relevant legislation and council policies
Respond to environmental health service requests relating to public health and environmental protection
Provide professional input into licensing and planning consultations
Undertake health and safety inspections, interventions, and investigations
Carry out food safety inspections, including routine inspections where authorised
Engage with businesses, residents, and partner agencies to promote compliance and best practice
Maintain accurate case records, reports, and statutory documentation
Requirements
Qualifications / Skills & Experience
Qualified Environmental Health Officer
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a local authority or in an agency capacity in a comparable role
Sound knowledge of environmental health legislation and enforcement procedures
Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Essential
Qualified EHO status
Full UK driving licence with access to own transport
Availability to work on site within Argyll and Bute at least three days per week
Desirable
Food safety authorisation
Experience working in a rural or mixed urban/rural local authority setting
Additional Information
Location: Oban (Hybrid working)
Hours: 28–35 hours per week
Contract Duration: Initial 4-month contract, with potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP
IR35: Inside IR35
Line Management: None
Accommodation: Not provided
If interested, email: Alfie.Johnson@vividresourcing.com or call 0161 470 5503