Location: City of LondonSalary: 74,550 - 85,030 per yearEmployment: Full timeCategory: EnvironmentalPosted: 2026-09-04Valid to: 2026-09-21Apply: https://cityoflondon.jobs.hr.cloud.sap/job/Assistant-Director-Port-Health/1397-en_GBEmployer: City of LondonJob Title: Assistant Director Port Health Posting Start Date: 03/09/2026 Posting End Date: 21/09/2026 Department: Environment Office Location: London Port Health Authority Tilbury Level of DBS required for this role: None required Level of vetting required?: No security vetting is required Is this a politically restricted post?: No Does this post require a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check?: No The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required have also been included. Workplace role categories describe our approach to workplace attendanceSalary: 74,550 - 85,030 per annum inclusive of all allowances4,650pa - Port Health Out of Hours rota – 1 in 4 weeks and will start after completion of 6 months’ probationPort Health Car Allowance after demonstrating the ability to complete 500 annual work miles. Port Health Out of Hours rota – 1 in 4 weeks, currently 260pm and will start after completion of 6 months’ probation.Contractual hours: 35Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:15am – 5:00pm.Basis: Full -Time, Permanent Workplace category: Workplace PlusWorkplace role categories describe our approach to workplace attendance. Attachments: Job Description and Person SpecificationSummary of Terms and Conditions of EmploymentWe reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. We encourage you to apply early.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________The London Port Health Authority (LPHA) is integral to the work of the City of London Corporation. Covering 94 miles of the River Thames, we are one of the largest authorities of its kind in the EU, and we’re tasked with all port health matters including food and feed imports, infectious disease control, shellfish sampling, ship sanitation and a wide variety of public and animal health controls. Our work is essential to the wellbeing of London’s and the UK’s communities – and as Assistant Director, you’ll be at the heart of this Leading a high-performing team, we’ll look to you to lead, develop and manage the services of the LPHA. With a focus on the major ports of London Gateway and Tilbury, as well as the Launch Service, you’ll see to it that our resources are being used as efficiently and effectively as possible, and you’ll ensure we’re meeting local, national and international priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering a wide ranging regulatory agenda, from implementing relevant legislation and authorising enforcement actions, through to handling the impacts of the UK’s closer relationship with the EU. We are therefore seeking a proactive and adaptable professional who thrives on challenge and enjoys building strong, effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Ideally you should have experience in the regulatory sectors and an understanding of Port Health and imported food controls would be helpful. In return, we can offer you a generous benefits package plus a fascinating career path. Closing date: 23:59pm Monday 21st September 2026Provisional Interview date: 14/10/2026_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________To apply online please click the Apply online button below. Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OENV1397 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732. The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs. For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide here. We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.
Assistant Director Port Health employer: City of London
The City of London Corporation is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and communication. With competitive salaries and a commitment to equitable pay practices, employees have the opportunity for professional growth and development in a meaningful role within the bereavement services sector. Located in the heart of London, this position not only provides job security but also the chance to make a positive impact in the community.
