Senior Environmental Health Officer

ReedLancasterreedpublished 10/14/2026
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Morecambe

Salary: £45,091 - £49,282 per annum + benefits 37 Hours Per Week Permanent Position

Join Our Team and Make a Difference

Are you an experienced Environmental Health professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a Senior Environmental Health Officer to play a key role in protecting public health, improving environmental standards, and supporting the delivery of high-quality environmental protection services across the district.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior role where you'll lead on complex environmental health matters, provide expert guidance, and help shape healthier, safer communities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the delivery of Environmental Protection services.
  • Investigate statutory nuisance complaints, environmental pollution incidents, and public health concerns.
  • Manage complex casework and ensure compliance with relevant environmental legislation.
  • Deliver air quality monitoring and environmental improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare technical reports and provide professional advice to stakeholders, businesses, and residents.
  • Undertake enforcement action where necessary, including evidence gathering and legal proceedings.
  • Support, mentor, and develop colleagues within the team.

About You

To be successful, you'll have:

  • Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health.
  • Registered either with the CIEH Environmental Health Practitioner Registration Scheme or via EHRB or other relevant professional body.
  • Significant experience working within Environmental Health or Environmental Protection.
  • Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and regulatory practices.
  • Experience managing complex investigations and enforcement cases.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Why Work With Us?

Our Benefits

  • Generous annual leave
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Car purchase scheme
  • Lifestyle savings discounts
  • Health Care Cash Plan
  • Volunteering days
  • Wellbeing support

Apply Now

If you're passionate about protecting the environment, improving public health, and making a positive impact within local communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary: £45,091 - £49,282 Location: Morecambe Hours: 37 per week

Join us and help create a cleaner, healthier and safer future for our communities.