Location
Bridgend Civic Offices, Wales

Hours
37 hours per week, 5 days a week, Flexi working pattern

Salary
£43,149 - £47,665 per year

About the Role
Shared Regulatory Services is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Environmental Health Officer to join our Housing Enforcement and Pollution Control Team. This multidisciplinary service covers Bridgend County Borough and the Vale of Glamorgan, delivering private sector housing, pollution control, and public health functions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to local communities by protecting public health, improving housing conditions, and ensuring compliance with environmental health legislation.

You will undertake investigations and deliver effective enforcement in accordance with relevant environmental health legislation. The role involves managing a varied caseload and undertaking a wide range of enforcement activities across housing and environmental protection functions. Key responsibilities include investigating statutory nuisance complaints, improving housing conditions within the private rented sector, and securing compliance through informal and formal enforcement action where appropriate.

You will work with owners, developers, and partners to bring vacant and long-term empty properties back into use, supporting regeneration, housing supply, and communities. Additionally, you will provide specialist environmental health advice and consultation responses related to Planning and Licensing applications, helping to protect public health and the wider environment.

Working closely with colleagues, partner agencies, landlords, businesses, and residents, you will play an important role in improving housing standards and protecting the health and wellbeing of local communities. The team is friendly, supportive, and collaborative, with a strong focus on learning and professional development. Alongside flexible and hybrid working options, generous leave, and Local Government Pension Scheme membership, you will enjoy the benefits of working for one of Wales' highest-performing councils in a county known for its outstanding quality of life, stunning coastline, countryside, and excellent transport links to Cardiff and beyond.

Experience
Proven ability to work independently, manage a varied workload, and prioritise competing demands effectively. Experience in interpreting and enforcing a range of Environmental Health legislation fairly, proportionately, and consistently. Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with sound professional judgement.

About you
Motivated and professional individual committed to delivering high-quality environmental health services and improving outcomes for local communities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, partner organisations, businesses, landlords, and residents. Proactive and customer-focused approach to service delivery. Ability to build effective working relationships and work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to protecting public health, improving housing standards, and delivering positive community outcomes.

Qualifications
A relevant Environmental Health qualification, degree, or equivalent professional qualification is required. Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports, records, and enforcement documentation.