About Us: Based in the heart of Warwickshire, the beautiful district of Stratford-on-Avon is, without doubt, one of the most scenic and historical regions in the UK. Stratford-on-Avon District Council’s headquarters are located in the heart of William Shakespeare’s hometown. In the District, you will find thriving market towns, home to over 135,000 residents and a tourist destination for millions of visitors each year, from across the globe. We are proud to provide public services to residents, businesses and visitors across this magnificent region, making it a great place to live, work and visit. At the Council, our people are our superpower and by choosing to bring your talents to our organisation, you will be joining a great team where everyone feels that they truly belong, full of dedicated people all working with passion and purpose, across a dynamic portfolio of work providing high-quality services. Benefits: As part of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: Flexibility: A minimum of 25 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays. Hybrid working arrangements with the flexibility to work from home for up to 60% of your hours (dependent upon the role) Flexi-time scheme for a better work-life balance. Lifestyle: Health Cash Plan Scheme for medical and dental expenses. Eye test voucher scheme Everyone Active Gym Membership discount Professional Development: Training and Development opportunities. Payment of one professional subscription fee Financial Planning: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme to secure your future. Access to free Will writing services. Employee Assistance Programme Salary Sacrifice schemes e.g. Cycle to Work etc. Free town centre parking What to Expect in the Role: We are looking for two qualified and experienced Environmental Health Officers to join our highly motivated Environmental Health Team. The team is split into an Environmental Protection and a Food and Safety team. The successful candidate will have the capacity to carry out the full range of environmental health duties and functions to a high standard, utilising your specialist knowledge in food and safety or Environmental Protection. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and highly motivated with the drive to get the best out of themselves and others. You will be an excellent communicator and be able to deal effectively with difficult and complex situations to achieve positive outcomes. You will be a team player and have the ability to forge good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities (Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details): Responding to complaints/enquiries relating to general environmental health, food safety, accidents, infectious disease, noise, air, land, and water pollution, drainage, and public health burials. To be the Lead Officer for one or more of the following: Accident Investigations; Infectious Diseases; Food Safety; Private Water Supplies; Local Authority Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control; Local Air Quality Management; Contaminated Land; Noise; Lighting; Pollution Prevention and Control. Support the completion of any environmental health monitoring and inspection programmes and follow up action as necessary. Undertake routine investigation work and follow up on actions as appropriate, including collection of evidence, letter writing, service of notices, and giving evidence in Court in accordance with local agreed policies and procedures. The officer will be authorised in accordance with the services policy according to post, experience and qualification. What You’ll Need (Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details): Sound environmental health technical knowledge (on food safety, health and safety, or environmental protection, licensing and planning). Experience of investigating complaints, collecting evidence and carrying out enforcement. Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, and a passion for problem solving. Capable of delivering high-quality work under pressure with minimal supervision. For an informal chat about the role, please contact Henry Biddington, Environmental Health and Licensing Manager on 01789 260818 or henry.biddingtonstratford-dc.gov.uk Applications will close at midnight on Sunday 30 th March 2025 Interviews will be held week beginning 7 th April 2025 To apply, please visit our website: Stratford-on-Avon District Council - Current Vacancies or email hrstratford-dc.gov.uk The Council is committed to equality of opportunity and aims to create a welcoming, inclusive workplace where we are all able to bring our whole selves to work and perform at our best.