Average Health Officer salary in the UK

We are seeking a qualified and competent Environmental Health Officer to join our team in Reading for a temporary full-time position lasting approximately 10 weeks. This role involves carrying out food hygiene and food standards inspections within a busy urban borough, ensuring compliance and addressing any enforcement issues.Location: Bridge Street, ReadingJob Type: Full-time, Temporary until the end of May 2026Salary: £55 per hour UmbrellaThis is not a hybrid role, the role requires physical inspections to be carried out on site in ReadingDay-to-day of the role:Conduct thorough food hygiene inspections across a range of premises, including those rated A-E and unrated.Perform food standards inspections in catering premises, utilising the new risk rating model.Handle enforcement issues effectively, including the service of notices.Address health and safety issues that may arise during routine inspections.Spend the majority of the workday on-site, conducting physical inspections, with some desk time for administrative tasks and write-ups.Utilise our current database systems, Arcus/Salesforce, for recording and managing inspection data.Required Skills & Qualifications:Demonstrable qualifications and competence under the FLCOP (Food Law Code of Practice).Proven experience in conducting a full range of food hygiene inspections.Skilled in dealing with food standards and enforcement issues in catering premises.Familiarity with health and safety protocols during inspections.Experience with Arcus/Salesforce or similar database systems is beneficial.Ability to work independently and manage inspection schedules effectively.Driving licence is not essential but may be beneficial.Benefits:Competitive salary for the duration of the temporary assignment.Opportunity to work in a dynamic and impactful role within public health safety.Extensive on-the-job training and support from experienced professionals.To apply for this Environmental Health Officer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications related to food hygiene and standards inspections.

Advancing People - Recruitment Specialists are Recruiting for a Health & Safety Officer for their client based in Hungerford, Berkshire. As Health & Safety Officer you will translate organisational strategy into a proactive health, safety, and wellbeing framework. Working closely with senior leaders and operational teams across their designated business areas, you will ensure that employee wellbeing and regulatory compliance are balanced with business needs. You will play a key role in identifying and mitigating risks, supporting planning around workforce safety, and contributing to organisational design from a duty-of-care perspective. Main Responsibilities Develop and maintain health and safety policies tailored to a tech/office environment.Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of office spaces and remote working practices.Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation, including HSE guidelines.Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.Deliver health and safety inductions and training for new and existing staff.Collaborate with HR and Facilities to support wellbeing initiatives and ergonomic assessments.Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, and training.Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, fire safety officers) as required. Person Specification NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.Experience in a health and safety role, ideally within an office or tech environment.Strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders.Experience with DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessments and remote work safety.Delivery of training (First Aid, Fire Safety, DSE).Experience with ISO 45001 or similar standards is an advantage This is a full time permanent position offering an annual salary of £55,000 + attractive company benefits! The position offers working from home / hybrid /remote 2 days a week Apply now! Advancing People - Recruitment Specialists Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency.

Advancing People - Recruitment Specialists are Recruiting for a Health & Safety Officer for their client based in Leeds, Yorkshire As Health & Safety Officer you will translate organisational strategy into a proactive health, safety, and wellbeing framework. Working closely with senior leaders and operational teams across their designated business areas, you will ensure that employee wellbeing and regulatory compliance are balanced with business needs. You will play a key role in identifying and mitigating risks, supporting planning around workforce safety, and contributing to organisational design from a duty-of-care perspective. Main Responsibilities Develop and maintain health and safety policies tailored to a tech/office environment.Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of office spaces and remote working practices.Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation, including HSE guidelines.Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.Deliver health and safety inductions and training for new and existing staff.Collaborate with HR and Facilities to support wellbeing initiatives and ergonomic assessments.Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, and training.Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, fire safety officers) as required. Person Specification NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.Experience in a health and safety role, ideally within an office or tech environment.Strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders.Experience with DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessments and remote work safety.Delivery of training (First Aid, Fire Safety, DSE).Experience with ISO 45001 or similar standards is an advantage This is a full time permanent position offering an annual salary of £55,000 + £6k Car Allowance + 5% attractive company benefits! The position offers working from home / hybrid /remote 2 days a week Apply now! Advancing People - Recruitment Specialists Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency.