Environmental Health Senior Officer; Food and Health & Safety

Environmental Health Senior Officer (Food and Health & Safety)

Job reference:002040

Salary:£36,363 - £39,862

Closing date:15/02/2026

Department:

Directorate of Public Health & Communities

Location:

Number One Riverside

Division:

Public Protection and Customers

Hours Per Week:37

We are seeking an enthusiastic Environmental Health Officer, or suitably qualified professional, with experience of working in a regulatory environment and a strong understanding of food safety and health & safety legislation.

You will join a busy, supportive team where delivering excellent customer service and maintaining a flexible approach are essential.

You will use your professional judgement to provide clear advice, undertake enforcement action where necessary, and contribute to a range of proactive initiatives.

The role involves working with a diverse range of businesses across the Borough, so the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload effectively is vital.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a permanent role within a positive team, delivering core Environmental Health functions.

You will be based in our purpose-built, award winning offices in Rochdale town centre, recently transformed through a multi million pound regeneration programme.

As an employee of the Council, you will have access to a range of benefits, including generous annual leave package to support a healthy work–life balance, confidential wellbeing services, and discounted Your Trust Fitness Membership with access to gyms, pools, fitness classes, and more.

This is a full-time permanent position; however, applications from candidates seeking part time hours will also be considered.

If this opportunity sounds right for you and you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we would love to hear from you!

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact
Jackie Hall, Environmental Health Specialist Lead (Food, Health & Safety) on or

The closing date for applications is 15 February 2026.

Shortlisting will take place by 18 February and interviews will be held between Monday 23 February and Wednesday 25 February 2026.

To apply please demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification.

Please include reference to your qualifications that are specified on the person specification within your application.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.