Osborne Richardson

Our client, based in Sussex, is seeking an experienced Environmental Protection Officer with strong expertise across all areas of Statutory Nuisance, including noise, pest control, drainage, and wider environmental protection matters. This is a contract opportunity offering an initial 12 weeks (with the potential for extension), a competitive rate of up to £45 per hour, and a flexible hybrid working pattern of 3 to 5 days per week. It’s a great opportunity to join a small, supportive team in a fully operational role, managing your own caseload across a varied district.

The role will focus on investigating and resolving statutory nuisance complaints under the Environmental Protection Act, including domestic, commercial, and construction noise cases. You will be responsible for evidence gathering, monitoring, and taking enforcement action where necessary, as well as handling pest control issues, drainage complaints, and general environmental protection enquiries. The position also involves preparing and serving legal notices, maintaining accurate case records, liaising with residents and stakeholders, and supporting potential legal proceedings where required, with a mix of on-site inspections and hybrid working.

While no formal qualifications are required, candidates must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience within a local authority environmental health or environmental protection team, with strong working knowledge across statutory nuisance and enforcement processes. Senior EHOs will be considered; however, this is a non-managerial role within a small team, so a hands-on approach is essential. The role offers flexibility across 3–5 days per week

Environmental Protection Officer

A Local Authority in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Licensing Enforcement Officer to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with strong potential to extend to 6 months. This role offers an immediate start and a competitive rate of up to £45 per hour (Umbrella). You will support a busy licensing function covering Taxi and Private Hire, Gambling, and Street Trading, working within a fast-paced environment where accuracy and efficiency are essential.

The successful candidate will have proven experience within a Local Authority licensing team, with a strong focus on taxi and private hire application processing. You will be confident managing a high volume of applications, handling compliance and enforcement matters, and supporting wider licensing responsibilities including gambling and street trading. A working knowledge of the Uniform database system is essential, along with the ability to work independently and engage effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and members of the public.

In return, you will benefit from a competitive hourly rate, flexible contract length, and the opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Licensing Officer who can hit the ground running and is available to start immediately.

Licensing Officer

An Environmental Protection Team Leader is required for a local authority in the East Midlands, offering a hybrid working pattern and a rate of £47 per hour (Umbrella). This role involves leading a team while delivering specialist input on planning consultations, with a key focus on noise, contaminated land, light, and air quality. The position also includes a strong enforcement element, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and taking action where necessary.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience within Environmental Protection, with in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and case law. You will bring a proven track record in enforcement, including serving notices and leading prosecutions, alongside experience managing a team and conducting 1:1s. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be dealing with members of the public and working collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

In return, the role offers a competitive rate of £47 per hour on an Umbrella basis, flexible hybrid working, and the opportunity to step into a position where you can make an immediate impact. Due to the nature of the district, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance is required, and there may be a need to work outside of standard office hours depending on service requirements.

EP Team Leader

Our client in the West Midlands is looking to appoint an experienced Public Sector Housing Officer / Compliance Officer to support their housing enforcement and compliance activities. The role will involve undertaking property inspections, assessing housing conditions using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), identifying hazards, and ensuring properties meet required housing standards. You will also be responsible for taking appropriate enforcement action where necessary and ensuring compliance with relevant housing legislation.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a housing enforcement or compliance role in the public sector. You must be HHSRS qualified with strong experience in hazard identification and assessment. A good working knowledge of housing legislation, particularly relating to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), licensing requirements, and enforcement action, is essential. The client is looking for someone confident in carrying out inspections and enforcement duties with minimal supervision.

In return, the client is offering a 3 month role offering a hybrid working pattern, with 3 days on site and 2 days working from home, providing flexibility while supporting operational requirements.

Private Sector Housing Officer

Our local authority client are seeking an appropriately qualified and experienced Food Safety Officer to carry out official food hygiene and standards inspections in accordance with Food Law Code of Practice for Category C & D premises.   

In order to apply, it is essential that you hold the Environmental Health Degree and hold the EHORB/Higher Cert in Food. You must have completed at least 20 hours CPDs over the last 2 years and have completed the Competency Framework as well.

This is an hourly position, paying competitive market rates via an Umbrella. Full or part time will be considered.


Osborne Richardson

Environmental Protection Officer

Licensing Officer

EP Team Leader

Private Sector Housing Officer

EH Food Officer