Environmental Health Officer

Environmental Health Officer Facilities & Environment | Belfast City Council | Temporary Ongoing | 37 Hours per Week Pay: £23.37 per hour

We are recruiting an experienced Environmental Health Officer to join Belfast City Council's Environmental Health Service on a temporary basis, providing cover within the Food Safety team.

About the Role

You will play a key role in improving the health and quality of life of people in Belfast through the efficient delivery of environmental health duties. Working under the guidance of a Senior Environmental Health Officer, you will carry out enforcement, investigative, educational and advisory work, while contributing to the wider objectives of the Environmental Health Service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out enforcement, investigative, educational and advisory duties within your assigned area of work
• Organise your workload to meet agreed targets and deliver a quality, customer-focused service
• Liaise proactively with public, private, voluntary and community organisations
• Provide reports, records and statistical information as required
• Keep up to date with developments in your area of work through continuing professional development
• Contribute to project work as directed by senior officers
• Occasionally work outside normal office hours, including providing cover for out-of-hours services such as the night-time noise service
• Participate in training, induction and the council's recruitment and selection procedures as required

What You'll Need

• Full, current driving licence valid in NI and access to a car for official business (reasonable adjustments considered for applicants with disabilities)
• BSc/MSc in Environmental Health approved by CIEH, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the Environmental Health Registration Board
• EHORB Certificate of Registration or EHP status with CIEH (or willingness to register within 18 months of appointment)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with confident report writing
• Good knowledge of environmental health issues
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and work independently to targets
• Strong teamworking, decision-making, and customer care skills
• Competent IT skills, including standard office and specialist software

Details

• Location: 4-10 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BP
• Contract type: Temporary Ongoing
• Hours: 37 per week
• Target start date: 26 August 2026

Required at Application

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
• Driving Licence

If you are a qualified, registered Environmental Health Officer looking for your next temporary assignment in Belfast, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!