Trading Standards Officer, Pullar House, Perth - PKC13597
hace 24 días
Perth
Main Purpose of the Role Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch. \n We currently have the following opportunity: \n Trading Standards Officer - PKC13597 £47,601 - £50,773 Pullar House, Perth \n Perth and Kinross blends the energy of an historic city with the space and scenery of rural Scotland—offering real quality of life alongside a diverse workload. \n Join a small, committed team protecting consumers and supporting fair, safe trading across one of Scotland’s most varied and rewarding areas. \n We’re looking for a motivated, positive officer ready to make an impact. \n You’ll investigate unfair trading practices, lead on specialist areas of law, carry out sampling and test purchasing, and work closely with partner agencies. You’ll also provide clear, confident advice to local businesses and consumers. \n This role offers genuine professional development, including opportunities to take on complex investigations, lead projects, and occasionally stand in for the Principal Officer. \n With the benefit of hybrid working but based at the Perth and Kinross Council Offices at Pullar House in Perth this role offers an enthusiastic candidate the chance to work in an area that provides a mix of urban and rural work which covers all aspects of Trading Standards work. \n The main responsibilities of the role are: \n\n • Take on the lead officer role in a particular area of trading standards law.\n, • Carry out the duties of an Inspector of Weights and Measures.\n, • Provide advice and guidance to local businesses and consumers in respect of the criminal and civil obligations under trading standards legislation.\n, • Carry out national/local enforcement projects and community planning initiatives.\n, • Attend meetings on behalf of the Service and the Council as required.\n, • Work closely with other agencies and/or neighbouring authorities to facilitate joint working arrangements.\n, • A generous annual leave package\n, • 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day\n, • Eligibility to join our pension scheme\n, • Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework\n, • Flexi time\n Next Steps We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Niall Smith, Principal Officer Trading Standards on 07767 802889 to find out more. \n Click “APPLY NOW” \n External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer. \n We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process. \n Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. \n To comply with Baseline Personnel Security Standard, you will be required to complete a Disclosure Scotland check. \n If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. \n A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.