Environmental Health Officer (Fire and Building Safety)

Environmental Health Officer (Fire and Building Safety) - Tower Hamlets Careers Skip to main content Saved Jobs Log In Menu Home Directorates Show menu for Directorates Shaping the future of Human Resources and Organisational Development About Us Show menu for About Us Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Working for Tower Hamlets How to apply Tower Hamlets - the place The council Vacancies Contact Us Home Directorates Show menu for Directorates Shaping the future of Human Resources and Organisational Development About Us Show menu for About Us Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Working for Tower Hamlets How to apply Tower Hamlets - the place The council Vacancies Contact Us Environmental Health Officer (Fire and Building Safety) Posted on 12/10/2026 Save Job Apply Home Vacancies Environmental Health Officer (Fire and Building Safety) External Advertising End Date External Advertising End Date: 02 Nov 2026 Internal Advertising End Date Internal Advertising End Date: 02 Nov 2026 All Locations All Locations: Office All Locations is a required field Contract Type Contract Type Secondment/Fixed term contract Pay, Benefits and Supplements Pay, Benefits and Supplements: £58,551 - £61,686 per annum (Grade L) About The Role About the Role Tower Hamlets is rebuilding its team dedicated to deliver the London Remediation Acceleration Action Plan to keep residents safe in their homes.  The rebuild includes recruitment of two Environmental Health Officers. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a range of diverse and complex buildings and to secure your already acquired relevant and expertise. You’ll be working as part of a specialist team, you will carry out inspections, assess risks and work with building owners, managing agents, relevant public sector stakeholders and residents to deliver successful remediation outcomes. Key Responsibilities Case work management of allocated buildings Gather and review building safety information. Support the maintenance of accurate building records and Golden Thread information. Carry out inspections of residential buildings. Undertake HHSRS assessments. Take enforcement action as appropriate Monitor enforcement action About You You will have: A recognised Environmental Health qualification and EHRB registration (or equivalent). Knowledge of Building Safety Act 2022. Understanding of high-rise and higher-risk residential buildings Awareness of the role of the Building Safety Regulator and Golden Thread principles. Experience in private sector housing enforcement. Knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS. Good communication and organisational skills. The ability to manage a varied workload. A commitment to improving housing standards and resident safety. This is a fixed term contract for 24 months Our benefits Competitive salary plus allowances (if applicable). Local Government Pension Scheme membership. Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas. Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance. Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans). Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy , with clear career development and leadership pathways. About You About Tower Hamlets Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them. Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for