Senior Technical Officer

Senior Technical Officer focuses on conduct routine and risk-based food hygiene inspections across various premises.

What the role involves

• Conduct routine and risk-based food hygiene inspections across various premises.
• Assess compliance with food safety legislation, codes of practice, and local authority standards.
• Provide clear feedback and guidance to food business operators to achieve compliance.
• Investigate food-related complaints, including food safety concerns and hygiene issues.
• Gather evidence, carry out inspections, and take appropriate enforcement action where necessary.
• Preparing reports and documentation to support enforcement decisions.

Skills and requirements

• Experience in conducting food hygiene inspections and/or complaint investigations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation and enforcement processes.
• Experience managing an independent caseload.
• Environmental Health degree or equivalent qualification (or Food Safety qualification recognized by the FSA).

Confirmed role details

• 20 hours per week.
• We operate on a bi-weekly schedule.
• Closes on 29th May 2026, apply ASAP.