Food Hygiene Inspections 

Buckingham Futures is supporting a Local Authority in South West England with food hygiene inspections and is seeking experienced Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) and Higher Certificate Technical Officers. The focus will be on Category C and D premises to help achieve the 2025/26 FSA CoP Inspections programme.

Key Details

 

  • Contract: Until 31 March 2026, starting as soon as possible. May be extended subject to review
  • Travel: Access to a car is essential. Mileage will be reimbursed in line with standard rates
  • Autonomy: Conduct inspections, reporting, and lone worker monitoring independently
  • Mobile Inspections: Comfortable using a tablet (Merlin)
  • System Experience: Previous use of NEC Assure advantageous

 

Responsibilities

  • Conduct unannounced inspections of Category C and D premises
  • Complete risk assessments and produce detailed inspection reports
  • Conduct enforcement revisits and gather admissible evidence where necessary
  • Issue inspection letters within 10 working days
  • Provide advice and guidance to food business operators on compliance matters

Requirements

  • Competence in Inspection of Food Establishments (Cluster 4)
  • Minimum 10 hours Food Core CPD completed
  • EHORB/EHRB registration or equivalent relevant qualifications
  • Experience in Food Hygiene and Food Standards enforcement
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