Environmental Protection Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Environmental Protection Officer to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in vital work related to pollution control and public health. You'll manage investigations, provide guidance, and work collaboratively with senior colleagues. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to work-life balance, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in environmental health. Flexible working arrangements are available, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and reliable, capable of working independently and in a team.
• Possession of a full driving license and access to a vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing a personal caseload of investigations and inspections.
• Providing advice and guidance to the public and service users.

Skills

Environmental Health

Pollution Control

Public Health

Communication Skills

Planning and Prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Protection - Environmental Protection Officer

Salary: £33,366 - £36,124 per annum (Pay Award Pending)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent Post

Introduction

At Warwick District Council, we pride ourselves on offering a great workplace. We focus on recruiting motivated, empowered, and flexible staff, and are committed to training, development, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

We offer a range of rewards and benefits that make us a great place to work. From apprenticeships to senior management roles, permanent to fixed-term contracts, and part-time opportunities, there is something for everyone.

About the Role

We are seeking an Environmental Protection Officer to join our Environmental Protection team. The role involves responsibilities such as pollution control, statutory nuisances, public health funerals, air quality, contaminated land, and consultation on planning and licensing applications. This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone interested in Environmental Health to gain or develop practical experience in frontline duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a personal caseload of investigations, compliance, and complaint inspections.
• Providing advice and guidance to the public, service users, and partners.
• Working with support from senior colleagues and specialist officers.

Candidate Profile

• Enthusiastic, reliable, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and internet use.
• Excellent communicator at all levels with good planning and prioritization skills.
• Possession of a full driving license and access to a vehicle is essential.

Working Arrangements

We support flexible working arrangements, including working from home and flexible hours. The role requires being based in the office at least two days a week, attending meetings, and occasional out-of-hours work (around 10 times a year).

Application Details

For questions or an informal discussion, contact Frances Taylor via email at [e-mail] or phone [phone].

Closing date: 18th May 2025

Interview date: 28th May 2025