Authorised Officer

Authorised Officer

Part-time (18.5 Hours) – Permanent

C1 - £34,434 - £37,280 per annum, pro rata

North Kesteven District Council is seeking a qualified professional to join the Public Protection Team
. This post puts you at the heart of a passionate and dynamic department which is critical in the delivery of the Council’s Public Protection services providing food safety, health & safety and licensing guidance, inspection and enforcement to businesses throughout the district.

• CIEH registered food safety practitioner who has completed an Accredited Higher Certificate in Food Control or equivalent qualification

• Carry out routine and reactive food hygiene inspections
• Work with and develop our Primary Authority Partnerships
• Complete food and environmental sampling and associated investigations

• Be creative with good attention to detail
• Strong visual and language skills
• A highly organised and dynamic person
• Good communication skills and work effectively as of small team

You will be required to apply a high level of attention to detail and focus when carrying out this role, to support the delivery of the Public Protection Team at an operational and technical level and show an appreciation of the contribution local government can make to the welfare of the people living, working, and visiting the district. If you feel you have what it takes to be part of our friendly and high performing team, this could be the role for you.

If you would like an informal chat about this post, please contact Matthew Adams, Public Protection Team Leader on or mat

To complete an application form and further details, please visit our website

The closing date for all applications is 8 February 2026

The interview date will be 18 February 2026