Environmental Health Technical Officer
Full Time – 37 hours per week (Hybrid working)
Grade 7 - £38,220 to £41,771
Location – Council Offices, Kiln Road, Benfleet.
Make a real difference for our community
Looking for a role where no two days are the same - and where your work genuinely improves people’s lives?
We’re looking for an Environmental Health Technical Officer to join our friendly, supportive and forward‑thinking team at Castle Point Borough Council.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a career in Environmental Health, whether you’re starting out, changing direction, or already have relevant experience.
About the role
You’ll work across a broad range of Environmental Health functions, with a focus on:
- Public Health, Statutory Nuisance and Environmental Protection
- Private Sector Housing
Your day‑to‑day work will be varied and hands‑on, including:
- Investigating noise, smoke, light and other nuisance complaints
- Dealing with vermin, accumulations and other public health issues
- Inspecting private rented properties and HMOs and dealing with complaints
- Supporting residents and businesses to resolve issues
You’ll also have opportunities to gain experience in other areas such as food safety, health and safety, animal welfare and special treatment licensing / registrations.
Grow your career with us
We’re proud of our track record in developing staff through training and development and supporting career progression.
Several of our Technical Officers have gone on to complete BSc/MSc qualifications and become fully qualified Environmental Health Officers.
What we’re looking for
Essential:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively
- A proactive and self‑motivated approach
- Commitment to excellent customer service
Contact Details:
Castle Point Borough Council Recruitment Team
