Buckingham Futures

Buckingham Futures are currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental Health Officer / Trading Standards Officer on behalf of our Local Authority client based in the Midlands.

This is an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. To undertake inspection, investigation, and enforcement work with a primary focus on Food Standards and Trading Standards compliance, including food composition, labelling, allergen information, misdescription, and weights and measures. The role involves ensuring businesses comply with relevant legislation, providing clear regulatory advice, and supporting proportionate enforcement action where required.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out Food Standards and Trading Standards inspections of commercial premises
Investigate compliance issues relating to food labelling, composition, presentation, and misdescription
Undertake weights and measures enforcement activity, including verification checks and sampling where required
Conduct revisits and follow-up inspections to ensure compliance
Provide clear, proportionate advice to businesses on legislative requirements
Identify breaches and determine appropriate enforcement action in consultation with senior officers
Serve statutory notices and prepare witness statements to support enforcement action or legal proceedings
Deal confidently with non-compliant or challenging traders
Undertake legal research and interpret complex legislation to support decision-making
Escalate serious or complex matters to the Trading Standards Manager / Senior EHO as appropriate
Maintain accurate records and support enforcement case progression

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Relevant qualification in Trading Standards (DCATS / Diploma) or Environmental Health (CIEH / REHIS equivalent)
Strong working knowledge of Food Standards legislation, including:
– Food Information Regulations (labelling & allergens)
– Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations Food Safety Act (Food Standards provisions)
– Weights and Measures / Legal Metrology legislation
Experience in Food Standards enforcement, inspections, and investigations
Ability to assess risk and apply proportionate enforcement action
Confident dealing with traders and complex compliance issues
Strong report writing and statement preparation skills
Understanding of regulatory enforcement principles and legal processes
A Quality Assurance qualification (e.g. Lead Auditor) would be beneficial but is not essential.

To register interest, please contact Takreem on 020 8125 4321 or via takreem@buckinghamfutures.com