Senior Environmental Health and Enforcement Officer

ReedWembleyreedpublished 10/14/2026
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About the company

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious Wembley-based Local Authority for an experienced Senior Environmental Health & Enforcement Officer to join their Health & Safety Enforcement Team on an ongoing temporary basis.

Your tasks

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Environmental Health professional with current health and safety enforcement experience to take ownership of a varied caseload, investigating complaints, undertaking interventions, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation across the borough.

  • Manage a caseload of proactive and reactive health & safety enforcement work.
  • Investigate health & safety complaints and incidents.
  • Assess and respond to RIDDOR notifications.
  • Undertake inspections, audits, and enforcement activities.
  • Prepare reports, notices, and evidence for formal enforcement action where required.
  • Provide professional advice and guidance to businesses and stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with current health & safety legislation and best practice.
  • Maintain accurate records and case management systems.

Requirements

  • Professional qualification in Environmental Health, Health & Safety, or a related discipline (e.g. Diploma, BSc, MSc in Environmental Health or NEBOSH qualification).
  • Current registration with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
  • Experience working within a Health & Safety Enforcement function.
  • Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and enforcement procedures.
  • Experience investigating complaints, incidents, and RIDDOR notifications.
  • Ability to manage a varied workload and work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
  • Full UK driving license and use of a vehicle

What we offer

Competitive hourly rates Opportunity to work for a leading London Local Authority

How to apply

To apply, please send your most recent CV. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements will be contacted.

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Senior Environmental Health & Enforcement Officer *Location: Wembley (Hybrid Working) Contract: Ongoing Temporary Assignment Pay Rate: £25.57 per hour PAYE / £33.67 per hour Umbrella Hours: 36 hours per week Start Date:** Immediate Start Available