At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct inspections and audits in food safety and health and safety compliance.
- Company: Join Shield Safety, a leading Environmental Health Consultancy in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, 33 days holiday, and professional development support.
- Other info: Collaborate with industry experts and gain exposure to top brands in hospitality and retail.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on public health while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Environmental Health with experience in audits or inspections.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
Location: Aberdeen / Perth
Specialism: Food Hygiene & Health and Safety
Pay: £35,000 – £42,000 per year (incl. £5,000 car allowance)
Are you a qualified Environmental Health Practitioner (EHP) or Environmental Health Officer (EHO) looking to advance your career in the private sector? Join Shield Safety, one of the UK’s leading Environmental Health Consultancies, and take the next step in your career.
This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals with a BSc or MSc in Environmental Health and some hands-on experience in leading inspections or auditing to grow within a collaborative, passionate and award-winning team.
Why Work with Shield Safety- Career Progression in Environmental Health: We’re committed to developing the next generation of experienced Registered Environmental Health Practitioners. Whether your goal is to become a Specialist Consultant, a Senior Auditor or a Regional Manager, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
- Specialise in Food Safety and Health and Safety: Unlike EHO roles focused on Housing or Environmental Protection, our consultancy specialises in Food Safety Compliance and Health and Safety Risk Management across the Hospitality, Retail, and Leisure sectors.
- Work Smarter with Compliance Technology: Use our proprietary Audit Upload Tool and digital compliance systems to streamline your work.
- Work with Leading UK Brands: Gain experience working with high-profile clients and leading brand names in Retail and Hospitality, delivering high-impact environmental health audits and consultancy services.
- Broaden Your Experience: Go beyond inspections – get involved in training delivery, bespoke consultancy, and thought-leadership projects that influence the future of public health and safety in the UK.
- Industry Recognition and Collaboration: Collaborate with experts from the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH), Food Standards Agency (FSA), and Food Standards Scotland (FSS).
- Award-Winning Consultancy: Join a company twice named Compliance Consultancy of the Year, recognised for excellence in Food Hygiene, Health and Safety Auditing, and Regulatory Compliance.
- Hold an accredited BSc or MSc in Environmental Health.
- Have some experience leading audits, inspections, or compliance consultancy.
- Be passionate about public health, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Hold a full and valid UK driving licence.
If you’re ready to grow your career as a CIEH Registered Environmental Health Practitioner in a forward-thinking, supportive, and innovative consultancy, apply today.
What We Offer:
- Clear progression pathway: All EHPs are supported from day one on the path to becoming a Registered EHP.
- Professional growth: We cover professional memberships and provide ongoing training.
- Flexible benefits: 33 days holiday, increasing with service, plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, flexible working, plenty of training opportunities and CPD, strong benefits package.
- Work in a tech-based, client-facing environment.
- Exposure to leading hospitality and retail brands, and an opportunity to learn from industry thought leaders.
This is a rare opportunity for qualified EHPs to work in a field-based, client-facing role with unparalleled career progression in the private sector.
Environmental Health Practitioner - Aberdeen / Perth employer: Shield Safety Group
At Shield Safety, we pride ourselves on being a leading Environmental Health Consultancy that offers exceptional career progression and professional development opportunities for Environmental Health Practitioners. Our collaborative and innovative work culture, combined with flexible benefits and exposure to high-profile clients in the hospitality and retail sectors, makes us an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in public health and safety.
