Midlothian Council as the fastest growing local Authority in Scotland have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our Public Health Environmental Protection Team. Applications will be considered for either a Principal Environmental Health Officer or an Environmental Health Officer.

The successful candidate will undertake an enforcement role in accordance with the appropriate Job Description and criteria outlined below.

The role allows for hybrid working, giving the successful applicant the opportunity to combine working from home and office.

A degree or equivalent in Environmental Health plus the post graduate qualification of a Diploma from the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) or equivalent.

Travel throughout the area is an essential part of your job, so a driving licence and use of a car are pre-requisite, or the ability to demonstrate suitable travel arrangements., A degree or equivalent in Environmental Health plus the post graduate qualification of a Diploma from the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) or equivalent.

Competency in assessment and enforcement across the statutory regimes relating to Public Health and Environmental Protection

Travel throughout the area is an essential part of your job, so a driving licence and use of a car are pre-requisite, or the ability to demonstrate suitable travel arrangements.

Desirable

Chartered Member of the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland or equivalent (or working towards Chartered status).

A further relevant qualification in an appropriate specialist or management field.

EXPERIENCE:

Essential

Detailed knowledge and extensive experience of working in the field of interest coupled with wide theoretical knowledge across Environmental Health functions.

A comprehensive understanding of the practical application of statutory regulations with an understanding of forthcoming proposed initiatives / developments / legislation.

Desirable

Significant post qualification experience in Environmental Health and a wider appreciation of the processes and procedures of local government in relation to relevant legislative matters.

Experience of managing staff.