Environmental Health Officer Apprentice / Trainee at London Borough of Brent

To follow an agreed development programme with the aim of gaining comprehensive work experience in the broad areas of Environmental Health. To undertake training duties as specified, which in general will include such matters as undertaking projects, carrying out inspections/investigations, preparing formal notices/documentation, writing reports, and preparing cases for prosecution in the Magistrates’ Court and attending court as a witness in line with our enforcement policy. Assist officers with, and progress towards, undertaking independent, proactive inspections, compliance visits, investigations and interventions, as directed by other officers. As knowledge and competence develops, you will undertake a case load of reactive work, including responding to and investigating complaints, as well as proactive project work and educational activities where required. Organising and managing own workload within corporate priorities and agreed personal objectives. The post holder could expect to work outside of normal working hours. This may include, on occasions, working evenings and weekends as required.

Training:
You will be based at Brent Civic Centre with some on-site and off-site training, whilst studying for your degree one day a week at university. Qualification: BSc (Hons) degree in Environmental Health/BSc (Hons) degree in Environmental Science.

Training Outcome:
At the end of this apprenticeship, you should be able to work in an Environmental Health Officer role, within the regulatory service in the public sector, confident in the skills and knowledge you have gained. You should be able to apply for the Environmental Health Officer role.

Employer Description:
Brent Council is committed to the continued expansion and development of all apprenticeship programmes for our residents. Our apprenticeship schemes at Brent are just one of the ways we grow our own talent within the borough. We work hard to represent our community and are looking for likeminded Brent residents to join us. Working in Wembley Park, alongside our neighbours Wembley stadium, Wembley arena, Box Park and LDO, makes Brent an exciting location to work.

Working Hours :
This is a 36-hour week. Monday - Friday, based at Brent Civic Centre. The post holder could expect to work outside of normal working hours (between 08.00 to 18.00). This may include, on occasion, working at weekends.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Interest in local government,Community Support,Brent resident