Overview
Senior/Environmental Health Officer - Harlow District Council
Harlow District Council
Temporary, Full Time
Location: Harlow
Closing Date: 16 July 2026
Essex County Council are pleased to be supporting Harlow District Council to recruit a temporary Senior/Environmental Health Officer on an initial 3-month basis. Please note that this post requires the successful individual to be based on site 4 days per week from September 2026.
Harlow is a district of contrasts and an ideal location to both live and work. The town itself is thriving, with excellent shopping and leisure facilities for all ages. We have good road links to the M11 and M25 and excellent rail connections to London and Stansted Airport, just 35 minutes and 20 minutes away from Harlow respectively.
Responsibilities
- The role will involve carrying out HHSRS inspections, serving Improvement Notices, managing HMO licensing, issuing civil penalties, and supporting prosecutions
- Support housing trainees while helping to strengthen the authority's compliance approach and implement new legislative requirements, including the Renters' Rights Act 2025, and related legislation
Qualifications and Experience
- Holds a Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent (. Diploma in Environmental Health) (desirable)
- Registered with Environmental Health Registration Board (desirable)
- Previous relevant experience gained within a local authority setting
Senior/Environmental Health Officer – Harlow District Council employer: Essex County Council
Essex County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people. With flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development, staff are encouraged to grow within their roles, all while contributing to a vital service in the heart of Chelmsford.
