Applicants will also be considered from those with relevant regulatory skills and/or associated relevant experience, such as a food hygiene and/or health and safety background.

The post offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience dealing with a wide range of environmental health duties, including traditional Food and H&S roles, animal activities licensing, private water supplies work, the application of smokefree legislation and other relevant tasks as the need arises.

The contracted hours are 37 per week and this will include some evening and occasional weekend duties.

Ideally you will have recent experience in relation to the role.  However, the team includes 2 EHP apprentices set to commence the final year of their degree, and 2 newly appointed technicians, so we are well placed to support the right candidate to undertake further training.

If you have the skills to educate and to effectively communicate legal requirements, the character to take firm enforcement action, a commitment to delivering a quality service and would like to join a supportive environment to develop your career, then we would like to hear from you.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, discounted parking, bus and rail fares and a cycle to work scheme.

For an informal discussion please contact: Simon Neighbour on 01772 906160 

Closing Date: 06 Jul 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £25,989 to £38,220 per annum

You will be mainly based at the Crematorium, operating the cremators and undertaking chapel and grounds maintenance duties. You will also work at the Cemetery, carrying out memorial safety inspections and ensuring that burials are carried out in accordance with the Cemetery Regulations.

A good standard of general education and an ability to undertake the physical work of cremating and grounds maintenance is essential. Training will be provided in the operation of the cremators and you will be required to study for a BTEC level qualification in cremator operation and practice. An ability to deal with people in a caring and compassionate manner is also essential, as well as experience in landscape and grounds maintenance to keep the crematorium grounds in excellent condition and an area of tranquillity for anyone visiting to pay their respects.

Contracted hours are 37 hours per week plus some weekend working, predominantly on a rota basis. 

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, a minimum of 28 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

For an informal discussion prior to applying please contact Environmental Health Manager Michelle Reynolds on m.reynolds@preston.gov.uk

Closing Date: 12 Jul 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £28,598 to £30,024 per annum (pay award pending)

The Guild Lounge is Preston’s newest entertainment venue: a 350-seat, 500-standing-capacity space in the heart of the city centre. Its programme features a wide range of commercial touring shows, including comedy, live music, theatre, family entertainment, and performances by local groups. Visitors can also enjoy a high-quality theatre experience, complete with a full bar overlooking the historic Harris and Crown Courts.

Preston City Council’s Cultural Service is now seeking a dynamic Technical Manager with excellent stage and technical expertise to play a leading role in establishing this new studio theatre and overseeing all technical aspects of the venue.

As Technical Manager, you will lead all aspects of the Technical Department, ensuring the highest standards across technical delivery, facilities management, and health and safety. You will manage the day-to-day technical operations of the Guild Lounge, putting effective systems in place so that every performance is professionally prepared, all regulatory requirements are met, and all equipment is properly maintained and fit for purpose.

You will support performances, workshops, and events to ensure they run smoothly from a technical perspective, including carrying out pre- and post-show administrative duties, helping to create an excellent experience for visiting companies and audiences alike.

This is a critical role in helping the Guild Lounge establish and grow as a leading venue. You will work closely with the Guild Lounge General Manager to help shape and deliver this transformation.

Preston has a dynamic and growing independent cultural sector, including artist-led studios, youth-led arts organisations, place-making experts, and innovative community initiatives. The city is fast becoming a focal point for arts, culture, and leisure, with a bold and transformational approach emerging around culture-led regeneration in the Harris Quarter — the cultural and civic heart of the city centre. Culture is set to become a key catalyst for change in Preston, with the Guild Lounge at the heart of the new Harris Quarter.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, a minimum of 28 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares, a cycle to work scheme and access to a healthcare insurance scheme.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Closing Date: 29 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £31,022 to £32,597