PORT PRODUCT SAFETY OFFICER
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,597 to £35,412 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | HU9 1DB |
| Company: | Hull City Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 33374 |
Summary
PORT PRODUCT SAFETY OFFICER - FIXED TERM - 18 MONTHS
Trading Standards is offering an exciting opportunity, for a self-motivated and dynamic individual to join a Team conducting compliance import checks. This role is directly funded by central government to carry out safety checks and examinations of consumer goods entering the UK through the Humber Ports.
As part of the UK Border Controls, collaborative working with partner agencies will form an essential part of this role.
You will have proven problem-solving skills along with demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills. Along with having an enquiring mind the post holder must have an attention to detail and ability to work both within a team environment and using their own initiative.
A proven ability to work in partnership with enforcement agencies and other organisations and be experienced in intelligence led operations is required of the post holder.
The post holder's duties will also include being responsible for providing advice and guidance to traders and the public on the numerous laws surrounding product safety.
The successful candidates will be expected to work at various locations around the Humber, often at short notice in order to meet the demands of the service. The roles are therefore subject to the holding of a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the job holder to drive, your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
The use of specialist IT systems and commercial software such as Word, Excel and Outlook are an essential part of the roles.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Heather McCombe, City Trading Standards Officer on 01482 615 561 or email Heather.McCombe@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
Trading Standards is offering an exciting opportunity, for a self-motivated and dynamic individual to join a Team conducting compliance import checks. This role is directly funded by central government to carry out safety checks and examinations of consumer goods entering the UK through the Humber Ports.
As part of the UK Border Controls, collaborative working with partner agencies will form an essential part of this role.
You will have proven problem-solving skills along with demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills. Along with having an enquiring mind the post holder must have an attention to detail and ability to work both within a team environment and using their own initiative.
A proven ability to work in partnership with enforcement agencies and other organisations and be experienced in intelligence led operations is required of the post holder.
The post holder's duties will also include being responsible for providing advice and guidance to traders and the public on the numerous laws surrounding product safety.
The successful candidates will be expected to work at various locations around the Humber, often at short notice in order to meet the demands of the service. The roles are therefore subject to the holding of a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the job holder to drive, your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
The use of specialist IT systems and commercial software such as Word, Excel and Outlook are an essential part of the roles.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Heather McCombe, City Trading Standards Officer on 01482 615 561 or email Heather.McCombe@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
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