Senior Food And Health & Safety Enforcement Officer

Contract - Permanent 

Hours - 37

Salary - NJC Grade H2 £41,771 - £46,142 per annum

Closing Date - 18th March 2026 at 23.59pm

This post is open to employees currently On Notice/At Risk and Internal.  Please note applications from employees currently On Notice/At Risk will be given priority. On Notice/At Risk employees should complete the application form as normal, upon submission you must email the Recruitment Team – recruitment@blackpool.gov.uk to ensure that your application form is marked as priority.

Blackpool is one of the UK's top seaside resorts, famous for the Blackpool Tower, rollercoasters, seafront and family entertainment. 

Blackpool is well into a period of transformation. The Council is continuing to work hard to create a better, more attractive place to live, work and visit. We will benefit from improvements to transport links, new 4 and 5 star hotels, and new places to eat, drink and be entertained. 

We are looking to add a Senior Officer to the Food and Health & Safety Enforcement Team, supporting the team, making senior level decisions and deputising for the Team Manager. The successful applicant should embed the visions and values of the Council into their work, and endeavor to make a real difference to residents and visitors.

We seek an officer that is qualified and experienced in food safety and health & safety to supervise the team, leading with enthusiasm and motivation. They will have the opportunity to develop policies and procedures alongside the Team Manager. They will be a team player and have a proactive approach to their work. They will have the ability to use the full remit of legislation in a fair and balanced way.

With a wide range of food businesses within the Town, this is the perfect career opportunity for the candidate.

The candidate must be willing to undergo leadership training such as CMI Level 3. 

For an informal discussion please call Lindsay Milner on 01253 478321

to view the Job Description.

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This post requires access to PSN (Public Services Network) services or networks and the successful post holder will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure check of unspent convictions through Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). This post is also subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

The successful applicant will be required to work outside of a 7am to 8pm Monday to Friday work pattern and will receive an additional payment on top of the quoted salary as a result.

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