Environmental Health Officer – Pollution Control

Amber Valley Borough Council; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to join their Pollution Control Team. The role involves managing service requests, conducting air pollution monitoring, and engaging with various customers. A strong background in pollution control and communication skills are essential. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development, alongside a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Casual user car allowance

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working opportunities

Access to local government pension scheme

Personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven competency in pollution control investigations including noise monitoring.
• Ability to interact with diverse customers.
• Full driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle service requests related to pollution control.
• Conduct air pollution monitoring.
• Engage in contaminated land assessments.

Skills

Competency in pollution control investigations

Communication skills

Strong self-motivation

Experience with noise monitoring equipment

Education

Relevant qualifications in Environmental Health

Job description

Environmental Health Officer – Pollution Control

Salary:Grade 7 - £39,144 to £42,816 per year which includes 5% Market Supplement (subject to annual review)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Directorate: Operations

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Central Headquarters, Ripley, Derbyshire

We have an exciting opportunity to join our small but busy Pollution Control Team which deals with a wide range of service requests, air pollution monitoring, contaminated land, and planning consultations.

Amber Valley is an attractive area in the heart of Derbyshire on the edge of the Peak District National Park and close to the lively cities of Nottingham and Derby. We are looking for an enthusiastic professional who enjoys a challenge and has a proven competency in pollution control investigations including the use of noise monitoring equipment. The post will offer opportunities to develop knowledge across all areas of pollution control work. You will need to demonstrate a strong sense of self-motivation, be a competent communicator and be capable of taking responsibility for your individual work targets.

If you enjoy interacting with a diverse range of customers from businesses to domestic householders, then you will enjoy Amber Valley. Our businesses range from major manufacturers to smaller domestic based enterprises and everything in between. The opportunity to develop and fine tune your skills will be plentiful. We encourage our officers to broaden their competency across all the team’s disciplines thereby giving plenty of chances to expand your knowledge and skills.

Applications are invited from those who meet the essential requirements of our person specification and for further details this may be viewed on our website at the jobs page.

A full driving licence is required, and the starting salary will be dependent on relevant experience, skill set, and qualifications held.

For an informal discussion please contact Philip Strutt, Pollution Control Manager on 01773 841328 or email [e-mail]

In addition, we can offer:

• Casual user car allowance and free office car parking.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working opportunities.
• Personal and professional development.
• Access to the local government pension scheme.

The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 5 October 2025 at Midnight

(Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted)

To apply, please visit Amber Valley Borough Council’s website at: www.ambervalley.gov.uk/jobs

CV’s are not accepted.

Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Amber Valley Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.