Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer (EHO) to support service delivery in Lochgilphead. The post will involve delivering the full range of statutory environmental health functions, with a particular focus on responding to service requests across public health, environmental protection, licensing, planning consultations, health and safety, and food safety. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with a requirement to be present within the Argyll and Bute area three days per week.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver the full range of statutory environmental health functions in line with legislation and council policies
Respond to environmental health service requests relating to public health and environmental protection
Undertake licensing and planning consultations, providing professional advice and recommendations
Carry out health and safety interventions and investigations as required
Conduct food safety inspections, including routine inspections where authorised
Liaise effectively with internal departments, external agencies, businesses, and members of the public
Maintain accurate records and reports in accordance with statutory requirements
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 similar local authority role
Strong working knowledge of environmental health legislation and enforcement practices
Ability to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Essential
Qualified EHO status
Access to own transport and ability to drive
Willingness to work on site within Argyll and Bute at least three days per week
Desirable
Authorisation to undertake food safety inspections (candidates without food safety authorisation will still be considered)
Previous experience working across rural or geographically diverse local authority areas
Additional Information
Location: Lochgilphead (Hybrid working model)
Hours: 28–35 hours per week
Contract Duration: Initial 4-month contract, with the option to extend
Start Date: ASAP
IR35: Inside IR35
Line Management: None
Accommodation: Not provided
If interested, email: Alfie.Johnson@vividresourcing.com or call 0161 470 5503