We are seeking
an experienced Environmental Health Officer
for
a key leadership role
. You will need excellent communication
skills
and enjoy
varied
customer, regulatory
and
business support
work. A driving licence and access to a car are essential for inspections across North Devon. About the team Join
our Private Sector Housing Team and
help improve housing conditions
.
The team covers: - Empty homes - Energy efficiency - Licensing of caravan sites, residential park homes and houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) - Disabled Facilities Grants The
role
This rewarding role
supports
the
Private Sector Housing Team
and wider Environmental Health
services, helping improve housing conditions and enforce the Renters' Rights Act. Responsibilities include: ·
Inspection and investigation:
Inspect private housing, including HMOs, and investigate housing, nuisance and environmental complaints ·
Specialist leadership:
Lead in specialist areas ·
Advice:
Advise owners, landlords and tenants on housing and public health ·
Licensing:
Manage licensing for park homes, caravans and tented campsites ·
Enforcement:
Serve notices, prepare legal briefs and represent the Council in legal proceedings ·
Supervision:
Guide, mentor and supervise junior and trainee officers ·
Partnership working:
Work with regulators, emergency services and public health agencies What we are looking for You should demonstrate: ·
Digital skills:
Confidence using databases, spreadsheets and multiple systems ·
Judgement:
Strong problem-solving and decision-making ·
Resilience:
Calm, effective management of competing priorities and deadlines ·
Organisation:
Strong organisation and attention to detail ·
Communication:
Excellent written and verbal skills ·
Teamwork:
Ability to work independently and collaboratively ·
Supervision:
Proven staff supervision experience ·
Relevant experience:
Regulatory, compliance, customer service, administration or Environmental Health experience is desirable ·
Legislative knowledge:
Knowledge of housing law and procedures, including the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, Housing Act 2004 and Renters' Rights Act 2025 ·
Management and reporting:
Brief senior managers, prepare reports and undertake projects ·
Development:
Attend relevant meetings and training and maintain current professional knowledge ·
Records:
Keep accurate, timely records Why join us?
North Devon
offers
an
excellent
quality of life,
with a
stunning coastline, vibrant communities and
a
thriving food and tourism economy. You will join a friendly team
committed
to
better
housing and
legal
compliance. Our
flexitime system
supports work–life balance by offering
flexibility while
meeting
service needs
. Interested?
For an informal discussion, contact Wendy Slate, Service Lead – Private Sector Housing, on 01271 388264
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Senior Environmental Health Officer in Exeter employer: NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL
As a Planning Technician with the Council, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for career progression, ensuring that you can grow alongside the exciting projects we undertake. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on local planning policies while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
Contact Details:
NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL Recruitment Team
