(BF4916) – Environmental Health Officer (Food Safety) – North London – (3-month Contract)

Buckingham Futures are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority in North London for an experienced Food Environmental Health Practitioner to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team.

With competitive rates, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in ensuring food safety and protecting public health in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out routine and complex food hygiene and safety inspections independently
• Investigate complaints, infectious disease outbreaks, and workplace incidents
• Serve statutory notices; prepare inspection reports, witness statements, prosecution files, and legal briefings
• Attend court and conduct PACE interviews when required
• Advise senior management on high-risk cases with potential legal or financial implications
• Keep your knowledge razor-sharp through CPD and the latest Food Law Code of Practice
• Deliver food hygiene training and support health education initiatives across the borough

Requirements:

• Degree, Diploma, or MSc in Environmental Health
• Registration with EHORB/EHRB (or equivalent)
• Certificate of Professional Competence
• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in food safety and health & safety enforcement
• Proficiency in Cluster 4: Inspection of Food Establishments
• 10+ hours of Food Core CPD in line with the current Food Law Code of Practice
• Recent hands-on experience in inspections, enforcement, and legal documentation

Please note: All relevant qualifications, registrations, and CPD certificates must be submitted prior to starting.

Interested?