Senior Environmental Health Officer
Job title: Senior Environmental Health Officer
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: PO 6-9 £42,839 to £46,142
Location: Rochford
Department: Environmental Health
Closing date: 19th July 2026
Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, flexi scheme, staff discounts
State if DBS check is required and what level of check. Yes Standard check
State if the post is classed as ‘politically sensitive’. Not politically sensitive
Our culture and values:
We like our staff to be proactive and innovative. Being customer focused and willing to maximise your potential at work are expected. We all work together to achieve the very best for our residents which sometimes means getting involved in projects and trying new tasks outside of your day to day job role. We love our staff to suggest new ideas and to have enthusiasm to try out new experiences.
About the role:
Located in South-East Essex, with miles of coastline, home to London Southend Airport and benefitting from good road and rail links, Rochford is a prosperous community with a small and friendly Environmental Health team, that strives to make a positive difference to its residents.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Environmental Health officer to join our busy multi-disciplinary Environmental Health team. The post-holder will retain a specialism in Environmental Protection and main responsibilities will include investigating allegations of statutory nuisance and provision of advice and guidance to stakeholders. You will also be required to interpret acoustic reports in respond to consultations.
We recognise that every candidate will bring different strengths and experience to the role. Training and support will be provided to help the successful applicant develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to carry out the full range of duties, including any service-specific procedures, systems and specialist technical requirements.
About you:
The successful applicant will have sound knowledge of Environmental Protection legislation and guidance as well as effective organisational and communication skills. A commitment to provision of high standards of customer service are also essential and the officer will be expected to contribute positively to the progression of the service. You must hold a full, current driving licence and have use of a vehicle.
Please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for more detailed information. Starting salary will be dependent upon the qualification and experience of the successful applicant.
For an informal discussion:
For an informal chat please call David Cant on 07894231082 or Andrew Paddon on 07814 861937
Salary range
- £42,839 - £46,142 per year