Ashford Kent (On-Site)
Permanent, Full time
Salary from £36,426 to £39,801 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
Hours of work are based on a 24/7 shift pattern
We Offer
A competitive remuneration package, an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.
In addition, we can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact recruitment@ashford.gov.uk for more information
About us:
Our Border Control facility is located on the Sevington site in Ashford, near junction 10A of the M20. This provides the customs and transit checks required for hauliers following Brexit.
The Role:
You will be responsible for undertaking a range of statutory duties to safeguard public health. Conducting Official Controls you will be carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin in order to ensure that only products that are safe to eat enter the food chain.
In addition, you will direct the work and activities of the Technical Assistants.
We are looking for someone who:
- can manage and prioritise a busy workload and who can work independently or as a team.
- can make justifiable decisions based on facts.
- has excellent communication skills.
- is adaptable, self-reliant, dependable, confident and a creative problem solver.
As an employee of Ashford Borough Council, you will have the opportunity to work with other environmental health professionals across the organisation to broaden your experience.
We have a range of hours available from Monday to Friday, condensed or hours worked over a shift pattern. Hours worked in a shift pattern attracts a 14% shift allowance.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Sally Nicholls on 01233 648342
or Joyce Oyella on 01233 648350
Click to view a Job Description Click to view the shift pattern
To apply, please click on the apply link above. – When applying – please indicate which working times you are applying for:
24/7 shift pattern where 14% Shift Allowance is paid
0900 hrs to 1700 hrs
1000 hrs to 2200 hrs
Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email recruitment@ashford.gov.uk
Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community