Food Safety EHO

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
North Wales
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Science & Research
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SKILLS

Food hygiene inspections Food safety inspections Enforcement actions Regulatory decision-making Basic IT skills FSA Competency Framework Independent inspection Record keeping

FULL DESCRIPTION

Food Safety EHO

Contract | North Wales | Hybrid | Negotiable

Job Details

Ref: 293292

  • Type: Contract
  • Working Arrangement: TBC
  • Location: North Wales
  • Pay: Negotiable

Job Description

A client of mine in the West Midlands are recruiting a Food Safety Officer/Environmental Health Officer to join its Food Safety Team, to support performance targets and help reduce outstanding food hygiene inspection backlogs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out food hygiene and food safety inspections across the authority area.
  • Support backlog reduction and meet Food Standards Agency (FSA) requirements.
  • Complete enforcement actions, follow‑ups, and maintain accurate records.
  • Use internal council systems (training provided).
  • Work flexibly within a hybrid model, including at least one office day per week.
  • Contribute to service improvements and wider regulatory projects.

Essential Requirements

  • A competent food qualification that meets FSA requirements for conducting inspections.
  • Ability to carry out inspections independently.
  • Meets or is close to meeting the FSA Competency Framework.
  • Strong enforcement and regulatory decision‑making skills.
  • Basic IT skills and willingness to learn new systems.

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