Details:
- Salary: £30 - 45 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: West Midlands
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Vivid Resourcing are working with a local authority in the West Midlands with the recruitment of an experienced Trading Standards Officer for an initial 6-month contract.
We are seeking qualified Trading Standards professionals with current competency and practical experience in one or more of the following specialist areas:
* Product Safety
* Legal Metrology (Weights & Measures)
* Feed Hygiene
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and well-established Trading Standards team, supporting regulatory activities.
The Role
You will undertake a varied caseload, carrying out inspections, investigations and advisory work to ensure businesses comply with relevant legislation and standards.
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting inspections of businesses and premises
* Investigating complaints and potential breaches of Trading Standards legislation.
* Providing advice and guidance to local businesses.
* Preparing reports, records and enforcement documentation where required.
* Supporting regulatory and compliance activities within your area of expertise.
About You
To be considered, you must:
* Hold a recognised Trading Standards qualification.
* Demonstrate current competency in at least one of the following areas: Product Safety, Legal Metrology, or Feed Hygiene.
* Have experience undertaking inspections, investigations and business engagement activities.
* Possess strong communication and report-writing skills.
* Hold a full UK driving licence and be able to travel
What's on Offer
* Initial 6-month contract.
* Competitive hourly rate.
* Flexible working arrangements considered.
* Opportunity to work within a supportive local authority Trading Standards team