Environmental Health Officer/Food Safety Officer

Using delegated powers and competency to ensure compliance with food hygiene legislation so that the standards of food hygiene are maintained in businesses, for the benefit of residents, visitors and those coming into the Borough for their employment. Environmental Health Officers are required to take on the additional role of formal closures of food businesses and the approval of premises under Assimilated Regulations (EC) 853/2004 once competency is confirmed.

We are looking for an Environmental Health Practitioner/Food Safety Officer to carry out the full range of duties including:

This is a unique opportunity, and we are looking for a motivated and dedicated individual to help deliver on our key strategic objectives.

The successful candidate must have one or more of the following qualifications:

A professional qualification of competence to undertake food hygiene inspections e.g.: Higher National Certificate in Food Inspection

Higher level specialist qualification relevant to Food Safety duties. Including, Diploma/Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent food /environmental related diploma or degree course.

Qualification to act as an Environmental Health Officer

Maintenance and proof of professional requirements regarding Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

You must also demonstrate

Sound knowledge of legislation, guidance, frameworks relevant to the service.

Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.

Candidates who are working towards completing their portfolio will be considered and if successful, will be supported through that process.

Our Benefits

Competitive salary plus essential car user/travel allowances within the borough:

Local Government Pension Scheme membership.

Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.

Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance.

Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans).

Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Tom Lewis, Head of Service on 020 7364 0375 or Sylvette Peksa, Acting Team Leader on 020 7364 4640. BenefitsTower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.