Senior Environmental Health Officer
Listed on 2026-09-30
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We are seeking a motivated and committed Environmental Health Officer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a service that plays a vital role in protecting public health and ensuring high standards across the borough.
You will be part of a team that undertakes a wide range of work, including:
- Food Safety and Food Standards inspections
- Infectious disease control
- Investigation of food complaints
- Smokefree compliance
- Health & Safety
- Exhumations
- Other Environmental Health duties as required.
We are a busy, professional team that values collaboration and continuous development. You’ll have the chance to broaden your skills and experience, with support to achieve at least 20 hours of CPD each year.
Hours:
37 per week
Salary:
Grade 9 - 10: £40,444 – £47,665 (depending on experience)
Location:
3-5 St James’s Road, Dudley, DY1 1HZ
(Currently this position offers a mixture of home, office, and district working)
Although most work is undertaken in core office hours you will be expected to work flexibly and routinely outside of core office hours to ensure service delivery.
What we’re looking for:
- A self-motivated team player with strong communication skills
- Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload
- A full driving licence, access to a vehicle and business use insurance as travel across the borough is essential.
What we offer:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous annual leave: 30 days (excluding bank holidays), rising to 34 days after 5 years’ service
- A supportive environment where professional development is encouraged
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and a DBS check.
Interviews to be held in person during w/c 9th November 2026.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Please note:
Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
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