Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Food Hygiene Officer to join their team. This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right applicant You will Carry out inspections of all types of premises, land and undertakings within the PPP remit. Respond to service requests and formal notifications in both an advisory capacity as well as by investigation, inspection, interviews and all other appropriate methods of information and evidence gathering. Assist in the preparation of sampling schemes, the collection of samples, the recording of results and maintaining databases. Undertake inspections and associated actions in response to licensing, authorisations, permits, registrations and similar activities. Actively contribute to the effectiveness of the service by team participation and the development of procedures and standards. Communicate effectively and appropriately with clients, colleagues and external agencies. Maintain both paper and computer based records. Maintain equipment and consumables including delivery and collecting from site. Assist in undertaking work of a promotional of educative nature, including assisting in the running of courses and presentations. Assist in the supervision of external contractors including site inspections. Provide expertise and technical guidance in the processing of disabled facilities grants and flexible home loans. The post holder may be required, occasionally, to carry out duties at unsociable hours for which either separate payment or time off in-lieu will be paid. This will be at the discretion of the Service Manager. To promote equality as an integral part of the role and to treat everyone with fairness and dignity. To recognise health and safety is a responsibility of every employee, to take reasonable care of self and others and to comply with the WBC Health and Safety policy and any service-specific procedures / rules that apply to this role. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35