Environmental Health Officer

**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application**

Job Summary
The postholder will have responsibility for contributing to the delivery of an effective Health and Well Being Service which is customer focused, innovative and value for money, through the assignment to any area of responsibility, within the Health and Well Being Department. The postholder will undertake inspections of commercial and domestic premises, investigate complaints and accidents, enforce relevant statutory provisions and provide advice and make recommendations to the public, commercial and government organisations. This will include ensuring the department complies with all statutory and legislative requirements, by adhering to these and working in accordance with good governance, best practice and health and safety requirements.

Hours of work
Post 1: 36 hours per week.
Post 2: average 18.5 hours per week

The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant.

Duration of Appointment
Post 1: Permanent
Post 2: Temporary - 2 year fixed term contract

Work Pattern
Post 1: Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday.
Post 2: Average 18.5 hours per week - Please refer to Environmental Health Officer - Job Specification Information.

Location
Post 1: Kilkeel Harbour, Kilkeel
Post 2: Warrenpoint Port