Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing) (RP0154)

Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing)(RP0154)

Starting salary £46,376pa with progression to £49,608pa through annual increments subject to satisfactory service (inclusive of outer fringe allowance). Permanent contract, 37 hours per week (hybrid working).

Overview

We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic professional to deliver the service functions within regulatory services. The team covers a specialist area of Environmental Health, focusing on either Environmental Protection or Private Sector Housing.

Responsibilities

• Discharge the Council\’s responsibilities under private sector housing legislation, codes of practice and guidance through the inspection or sampling of premises and the interpretation of compliance with legal requirements.
• Conduct investigations of incidents, persons, premises or activities as required for the specific service area.
• Provide an excellent service to residents, promoting a better environment and healthy lifestyle using a range of intervention strategies, including enforcement, education and advice.
• Work both as part of a team and independently to take formal enforcement action, seeing cases through from start to completion.
• Partner with other teams within the Council and outside agencies to deliver the best outcomes within the legislation and means available to the service.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and qualified Environmental Health Officer with experience in service delivery.
• Track record of seeing complex cases through to conclusion and seeking service improvements.
• Excellent technical knowledge and strong time‑management skills, with an innovative approach.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car required.

Benefits

Community is at the heart of what we do. Welwyn Hatfield includes the two towns of Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield. The Council is ambitious about providing high quality services to residents in a modern, efficient and effective way. We offer flexible working arrangements, access to electric pool cars, a pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a vibrant workplace culture. Our CORE values — Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent — underpin how we work and what we stand for. You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here.

Contact

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Emma Walker, Assistant Director Public Realm, at ate.walker@welhat.gov.uk. Please note we do not provide sponsorship for employment in the UK.

Closing date for applications is 19 April 2026. Remote assessments will be held on 23/24 April 2026. Face‑to‑face interviews will be held on 5/6 May 2026.