Environmental Health Officer

North West Leicestershire District Council is a busy council, working across our communities to help people and businesses thrive. As a part of our Environmental Protection Team, you will carry out duties in relation to private sector housing & housing standards, pollution control, nuisance, adapted homes improvement grant and respond to service requests in relation to air quality and contaminated land. You will be involved in undertaking inspections and visits, investigating alleged breaches and taking appropriate enforcement action where necessary. You will also support the team in relation to enviro crime and public protection caseloads. We are looking for someone who is an excellent organiser, able to manage multiple and complex cases. Your effective communication skills make it easy for you to confidently communicate and develop relationships with a variety of external agencies, organisations, residents and colleagues. You are passionate about making sure our residents feel valued because you can see the issues through their eyes.

· 36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £39,152 - £42,839 (role also includes a market supplement enhancement)

· Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

· 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

· Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer's contribution

· Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

· Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Leigh Oliver at [email protected] or 01530 454577 or Andy Cooper at [email protected] or 01530 454610, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Closing Date: 30th August 2026