Environmental Health Officer – Food, Health & Safety, Animal Licensing

Environmental Health Officer – Food, Health & Safety, Animal Licensing

£42,444 - £45,149 per annum (this includes a market supplement payment of £2,000 per annum which will be reviewed on an annual basis and can be removed at any time)

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to carry out the full range of day-to-day functions and duties of an Environmental Health Officer, in accordance with legislative requirements and the Council’s policies and objectives. The successful candidate will be innovative, forward thinking and be required to provide a high-quality service to the public, the business community, internal departments and external organisations.

You will assist in achieving the Environmental Health Section’s aim to maintain and improve environmental conditions to the benefit of public health.

A demonstrable record of relevant experience in food safety and health and safety at work are essential criteria for this position and you will be qualified to Diploma or Degree level in Environmental Health (or equivalent) and hold or be working towards CIEH Certificate of Registration.

You will be an excellent communicator with a strong commitment to excellent customer service and be able to deal effectively with difficult situations achieving positive outcomes. A commitment to team working is paramount to this post as is the requirement and ability to analyse complex information and make informed decisions with often conflicting demands and keep up to date with current legislation, regulations, guidance and technical developments.

You will undertake inspections and audits associated with the beauty industry, including massage or special treatments and you may need to respond to service requests relating to environmental protection concerns. You will be required to undertake a qualification to complete inspections for licensed animal establishment. This is a demanding job with a varied workload and a requirement to meet strict deadlines with a risk-based approach, therefore a high level of self-motivation and the ability to take the lead and make decisions on specific pieces of work are essential qualities.

Applications are invited from candidates with a Degree in Environmental Health who have completed their professional registration, although consideration will also be given to newly qualified candidates, and to those who have almost completed their professional EHORB registration.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Janet Catley-Young, Team Manager for Environmental Health by email at: janet. or telephone:

Closing date: 1 November 2026
Interviews: 10 and 11 November 2026

Canvassing of Members of the Council (directly or indirectly) for any appointment shall disqualify the candidate for that appointment. Applicants should disclose if they are related to a Member or Officer of the Authority.

Ashfield District Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the Community.