Technical Officer (Food & Safety)

Are you passionate about protecting public health, supporting businesses and making a real difference in the local community? We are looking for a motivated and capable Technical Officer to join our ambitious Food & Safety Team. What you could be part of… This exciting new role provides an exciting career opportunity for individuals who have developed technical competence in food safety and regulatory services. Working alongside experienced Environmental Health Officers, you will help safeguard consumers, support business compliance and contribute to the delivery of high-quality regulatory services across South Norfolk and Broadland. Our councils are committed to protecting the public whilst helping businesses thrive. We regulate almost 2,100 food businesses across two district council areas and are recognised for delivering customer-focused, innovative and commercially-aware services. The Food & Safety Team undertakes a wide range of regulatory activities including food hygiene inspections, investigation of food complaints, infectious disease control, workplace health and safety interventions, utilising a graduated approach from providing business advice through to taking proportionate enforcement action, when necessary. As a Technical Officer, you will play an important role in helping the team deliver its food safety inspection programme and 'official controls' to improve outcomes for businesses and consumers alike....