A North West Local Authority is seeking an experienced Trading Standards Officer to join their team on an interim basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to support a busy and collaborative service, undertaking a varied caseload across a range of Trading Standards functions, including consumer protection, fair trading, product safety, underage sales, and business compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver frontline Trading Standards enforcement and advisory work.
- Investigate complaints and undertake compliance visits.
- Conduct inspections, investigations and enforcement activities in accordance with relevant legislation.
- Prepare reports, witness statements and enforcement documentation where required.
- Provide advice and guidance to local businesses and members of the public.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working within a Local Authority Trading Standards service.
- Trading Standards qualification (DCATS/DTS or equivalent).
- Proven experience handling a broad range of Trading Standards matters.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and enforcement procedures.
- Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload.
Desirable:
- Animal Feed qualification and experience would be highly desirable and considered a significant advantage.
This role offers a flexible contract with the opportunity to make an immediate impact within a supportive and well-established team.
Trading Standards Officer in Bolton employer: Vivid Resourcing
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