Internal Only – Environmental Health & Licensing Manager
Folkestone & Hythe District Council
Civic Centre, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent CT20 2QY£52,633 - £58,845 (Grade H)TemporaryFull TimeCloses: 2026-10-30
*This is an internal only secondment opportunity*
An opportunity has arisen for the role of Environmental Health & Licensing Manager. The appointment will initially be offered as a six-month secondment, with a view to becoming permanent by mutual agreement.
You’ll lead our Food Safety and Health & Safety and Licensing teams, combining hands-on operational work with responsibility for service planning, budgets and continuous improvement. Working with colleagues and partners, you’ll help deliver effective, customer-focused services that protect our communities and meet the council’s statutory responsibilities.
You will need a degree in Environmental Health with EHORB registration, individual membership of CIEH and at least three years’ experience in a senior environmental health role. With comprehensive knowledge of relevant environmental health and licensing legislation, you’ll be a confident communicator who can build effective partnerships, support staff and drive service improvements.
*This role is politically restricted – sensitive*
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Nicola Wilson on 01303 853262 or email
nicola.wilson@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk
Closing date for all completed applications is midday 30th October 2026.