Environmental Health Officer

Energy Vault; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a full-time Environmental Health Officer to join its Environmental Protection team. The role involves addressing various environmental concerns including noise, odour, and public health issues. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Health and a strong desire to engage in the field, with an emphasis on problem-solving and effective communication within the community. Various employee benefits including flexible working arrangements and training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Minimum of 24 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Excellent employer pension contribution

Free onsite parking

Discounted gym membership

Access to occupational health and development opportunities

Supportive workplace culture

Relocation packages available

Qualifications

• Experience in Environmental Protection preferred but newly qualified applicants welcome.
• Ability to manage own workload and handle various enforcement tools.

Responsibilities

• Handle statutory nuisances and environmental permits.
• Manage complaints related to noise, odour, and public health.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders on planning and licensing consultations.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Motivation

Independence

Education

Degree in Environmental Health

Job description

We are looking to appoint a full time Environmental Health Officer within the Environmental Protection and Community Safety Department.

Working under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Health Officer your duties will cover the full range of functions undertaken by the Department including statutory nuisance, noise, anti-social behaviour, odour, drainage, air quality, contaminated land, private water supplies, pest control, environmental permitting, public health, planning and licensing consultations.

You will need to be highly motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to plan and manage you own workload. You should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to use the full range of enforcement tools available to the Department to enable the early and effective resolution of complaints.

The successful applicant must have a degree in Environmental Health with experience in the field of Environmental Protection, however newly qualified applicants who possess a strong enthusiasm to learn and grow in the workplace are encouraged to apply.

As an employer we offer a range of employee benefits including a minimum of 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 days subject to length of service (pro rota), great work life balance with flexible working arrangements, excellent employer pension contribution, free onsite parking, discounted gym membership, access to occupational health and development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that allows you to develop and grow. Relocation packages are also available.

For an informal discussion about this vacancy please contact Corinne Mason, Manager of Environmental Protection and Community Safety on 01253 887207

How to apply

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