Environmental officer / Enforcement Officer (Health and Safety Enforcement Team)

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Environmental Health Officer / Enforcement Officer (Health & Safety Team)

Brent Council is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer / Enforcement Officer to join our Health & Safety Enforcement Team. This role offers a qualified professional the opportunity to play a key role in protecting public health, safety, and wellbeing across the borough.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Investigate health and safety complaints and service requests.
• Respond to and investigate RIDDOR notifications.
• Conduct inspections, site visits, audits, surveys, and investigations.
• Assess compliance with health and safety legislation and associated regulatory requirements.
• Take appropriate enforcement action, including serving notices and preparing cases for legal proceedings where necessary.
• Gather and present evidence, prepare witness statements, and attend court or tribunal hearings when required.
• Provide clear, professional advice and guidance to businesses, residents, and stakeholders.
• Manage and prioritise a demanding caseload while ensuring targets and service standards are met.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A recognised qualification enabling health and safety interventions (Diploma, BSc, MSc in Environmental Health; or NEBOSH qualification).
• Registration with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
• Evidence of relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Current experience in health and safety enforcement.
• Strong working knowledge of health and safety legislation and enforcement practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports and legal documentation.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Competent IT and case management skills.

Benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• A varied and rewarding workload.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile public health and safety initiatives.
• A collaborative and inclusive working culture.
• The chance to make a real impact across the borough.

If you are a qualified Environmental Health professional with strong health and safety enforcement experience and are looking for your next contract opportunity with a leading London local authority, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.