Environmental Health Officer – AR

Job Details

Are you an experienced Environmental Health Officer looking to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking local authority? South Staffordshire Council is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to join our Environmental Health & Licensing Team, working specifically within the Environmental Protection function.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a small, friendly, and supportive team that plays a vital role in protecting public health and the local environment. We deal with a wide range of environmental protection matters including statutory nuisance, pollution control, air quality, contaminated land, and public health concerns. 

About the Role

As an Environmental Health Officer in our Environmental Protection team, you will:

  • Investigate and resolve complaints relating to noise, odour, smoke, light, and other forms of nuisance and pollution.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of environmental health policies and procedures.
  • Undertake assessment and response to planning application consultations, providing expert advice on environmental health impacts.
  • Support the wider Environmental Health & Licensing Team across all functions when required, including food safety, health and safety, housing, animal welfare and licensing matters.

This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the opportunity to work across multiple disciplines, engage with a wide range of stakeholders, and help shape the future of South Staffordshire’s environment and public health.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Professionally qualified with a degree in Environmental Health and a minimum of two years post-qualification experience.
  • Skilled in interpreting and applying environmental health legislation, particularly in relation to nuisance and pollution.
  • Experienced in providing technical advice on planning applications and environmental assessments.
  • A confident communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, developers, residents, and partner agencies.
  • Flexible, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality services.

You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We’re proud of our reputation for delivering excellent services and are looking for someone who shares our passion for making a difference.