Trading Standards Officer

About the Opportunity

I’m partnering with a local council to recruit an experienced Trading Standards Officer to join a specialist team working on a high‑profile, grant‑funded project. The focus of this role is carrying out regulatory checks on consignments entering the port, with particular emphasis on products that fall under strict safety regulations.

This is a key frontline role ensuring that only compliant, safe products are permitted into the UK supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect consignments arriving at the port, with a primary focus on products subject to safety regulations.
• Assess goods against relevant legislation and identify any non‑compliant or illicit items.
• Refuse entry to products that do not meet required standards.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support enforcement actions where necessary.
• Liaise with port authorities, internal council teams, and external regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to the council’s wider Trading Standards and public protection objectives.

Essential Experience & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of product safety regulations, particularly those relevant to regulated consumer goods.
• Experience working within port environments, import controls, or similar operational settings.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation confidently during inspections.
• Excellent attention to detail and sound decision‑making skills.
• Background in Trading Standards, regulatory enforcement, or a related compliance field.

If you are interested, please reach out to ornela.mustafa@oysterpartnership.com or call on 07458163401