Senior Technical Officer Job at East Hertfordshire, HRT, gb Full Time NEW

This is a remote position.

3 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose

• The Food Safety Officer / Environmental Health Officer (EHO) will be responsible for conducting food hygiene inspections and investigating complaints to ensure compliance with relevant food safety legislation.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Conduct routine and risk-based food hygiene inspections across various premises.
• Assess compliance with food safety legislation, codes of practice, and local authority standards.
• Provide clear feedback and guidance to food business operators to achieve compliance.
• Investigate food-related complaints, including food safety concerns and hygiene issues.
• Gather evidence, carry out inspections, and take appropriate enforcement action where necessary.
• Prepare reports and documentation to support enforcement decisions.

Essential Experience Required

• Experience in conducting food hygiene inspections and/or complaint investigations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation and enforcement processes.
• Experience managing an independent caseload.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Environmental Health degree or equivalent qualification (or Food Safety qualification recognized by the FSA).
• Must be Food Competent in line with the Food Law Code of Practice.
• Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) or equivalent (desirable).

Additional Information

• Working hours: 20 hours per week.
• Remote working.
• We operate on a bi-weekly schedule.

The role closes on 29th May 2026, apply ASAP.