Environmental Health Officer (Food) We are currently working on a new opportunity for a local authority in the Derbyshire area for the position of Environmental Health Officer, specialising in food and safety. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate, offering negotiable rates and a long-term interim contract. You will be working with a friendly team, in a supportive environment. We have included the details below. Location: Derbyshire - Hybrid working - with required travel in and around the site two days per week Duration: 6 months - very likely extension Start: ASAP Rate: £50-£55 per hour, depending on experience (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities: To deliver the Council’s responses and duties, in line with written policies, procedures, performance indicators and best practice in respect of the following services: Food hygiene, Health and safety at work, Infectious disease control, Private water supplies, Welfare funerals, Other associated public health functions To prepare evidence and appear in court and at inquiries as may be required To competently and professionally prepare and issue statutory proceedings as designated to the post in accordance with the Councils Scheme of Delegation To periodically work out of normal office hours to discharge the functions of the Business Compliance team and in accordance with the operational arrangements for out of hours working To represent the Council, as required, at meetings of outside bodies, liaison with committees and other groups To compile and maintain proper records relating to the duties of the post. To maintain records and data on the Council’s Environmental Health computer database system and GIS (Geographical Information System), as appropriate to the functions of the post To prepare or assist with the preparation of reports for submissions to various committees of the Council and to present reports to those bodies when required to do so Key Requirements: BSc or MSc in Environmental Health Certificate of Registration of the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) or equivalent Qualifications and up to date documented competencies appropriate for officers undertaking official food hygiene controls If this sounds like the right fit for you and you have the skills and experience required, we encourage you to apply.