We are working with a Local Authority in South West England, who are recruiting Food Safety Officers/Environmental Health Officers to join its Food Safety Team to support performance targets and help reduce outstanding food hygiene inspection backlogs.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out food hygiene and food safety inspections across the authority area.
* Support backlog reduction and meet Food Standards Agency (FSA) requirements.
* Complete enforcement actions, follow‑ups, and maintain accurate records.
* Use internal council systems (training provided).
* Work flexibly within a hybrid model, including at least one office day per week.
* Contribute to service improvements and wider regulatory projects.
Essential Requirements
* A competent food qualification that meets FSA requirements for conducting inspections.
* Ability to carry out inspections independently.
* Meets or is close to meeting the FSA Competency Framework.
* Strong enforcement and regulatory decision‑making skills.
* Basic IT skills and willingness to learn new systems.
Desirable
* Prior Local Authority experience.
* Experience using regulatory IT systems.
* Own vehicle for work purposes
Hybrid working pattern with weekly office attendance.
If this sounds like something you would be open to exploring, please get in touch