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 requiredWhat 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 softwareDetails Location: 4-10 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BP Contract type: Temporary Ongoing Hours: 37 per week Target start date: 26 August 2026Required at Application Proof of eligibility to work in the UK Driving LicenceIf 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
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