Environmental Health Officer​/Senior Environmental Health Officer

We are seeking a motivated and committed Environmental Health Officer to join our Food Safety team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a service that plays a vital role in protecting public health and ensuring high standards across the borough.

You will be part of a team that undertakes a wide range of work, including:

• Food Safety and Food Standards inspections
• Infectious disease control
• Investigation of food complaints
• Smokefree compliance
• Health & Safety in food businesses

We are a busy, professional team that values collaboration and continuous development. You’ll have the chance to broaden your skills and experience, with support to achieve at least 20 hours of CPD each year.

Hours:

37 per week (Alternative working patterns may be considered but are not guaranteed)

Salary:
Grade 9 & 10: £39,152 – £46,142 (depending on experience)

Location:

3-5 St James’s Road, Dudley, DY1 1HZ

(Currently this position offers a mixture of home, office, and district working)

Although most work is undertaken in core office hours you will be expected to work flexibly and routinely outside of core office hours to ensure service delivery.

• A self‑motivated team player with strong communication skills
• Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload
• A full driving licence, access to a vehicle and business use insurance as travel across the borough is essential.

• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave: 30 days (excluding bank holidays), rising to 34 days after 5 years’ service
• A supportive environment where professional development is encouraged

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and a DBS check.

If you would like an informal chat about this position, please contact Lucy Tromans on

Workplace Attendance:
Working in the office 3+ days a week (pro-rata)
or Onsite full time

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Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note:

Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

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N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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Attached documents

• JD Senior EHO (Food) January 2026.docx
• Senior EHO (Food) Person Specification January 2026.doc
• Employee Benefits