Contaminated Land Officer - Council

Spinwell Global; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Contaminated Land Officer with expertise in environmental issues for a public sector role. This position offers mainly remote working with occasional visits to a local authority office. Responsibilities include advising on contamination matters, implementing strategies, and collaborating with an environmental team. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant environmental degree and extensive knowledge of legislation. Strong communication and IT skills are essential for successful execution of duties.

Qualifications

• Experience of work relating to contaminated land.
• Proven ability to work to deadlines and manage competing demands.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advise and undertake inspections on contaminated land matters.
• Implement the Council’s Contaminated Land Strategy.
• Assist the Environmental Protection Team to improve contaminated land services.

Skills

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent IT skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Relevant degree in Environmental subject

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Role: Contaminated Land Officer REF 1648425

Contract Length: Initial 12 weeks

Location: Mainly remote working, potential some need to visit local authority office on occasion

IR35: Inside

Pay Rate to Intermediary: £46 per hour

Spinwell is recruiting for a Contaminated Land Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTAMINATED LAND OFFICER

• To advise, give guidance, undertake inspections/investigations and associated enforcement actions on Contaminated Land matters.
• To update, implement and lead on the implementation of the Council’s Contaminated Land Strategy.
• To work closely with and assist the other members of the Environmental Protection Team to ensure that all aspects of the contaminated land service are constantly kept under review and improved.
• To respond to Planning Applications and provide support and assist others to respond to land contamination applications.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE CONTAMINATED LAND OFFICER

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of work relating to contaminated land.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent IT skills including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and ArcGIS.
• Proven ability to work to deadlines, prioritise work and manage competing work demands.
• Able to respond positively under pressure.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work within a team and be a team player.
• Able and willing to work independently and under supervision.
• Flexible and receptive to new ideas and ways of working.
• Ability to effectively analyse and interpret data.
• A relevant degree in an Environmental subject or equivalent relatable experience.
• Experience in the use of ArcGIS databases

If you are a Contaminated Land Officer, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!

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