PERMITTING OFFICER / ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER

Hull City Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in the UK is seeking a Permitting Officer / Environmental Health Officer to regulate industrial emissions and influence planning decisions. This role involves leading environmental permitting, inspecting processes, and collaborating on major projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Health or a related field and a commitment to continual professional development. Flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Essential car user allowance

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Health or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Environmental Permitting.
• Inspect and regulate industrial processes.
• Support environmental aspects of planning applications.
• Provide guidance on environmental health matters.

Skills

Environmental Health knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Health or science-related subject

Continuing professional development

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about protecting public health and the environment? Do you have the expertise to regulate industrial emissions and influence planning decisions that shape the future of Hull? If so, we invite you to join our Environmental Regulation team as a Permitting Officer / Environmental Health Officer.

This career-graded role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of environmental regulation. You will lead on environmental permitting, ensuring emissions to land, air, and water are effectively controlled. You’ll provide expert advice to planning departments, support enforcement actions, and collaborate with national bodies on major infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

1. Grade 9 Responsibilities

• Acting as the Council’s lead on Environmental Permitting.
• Inspecting and regulating industrial processes.
• Advising on planning applications with potential environmental impacts.
• Supporting work on contaminated land and atmospheric pollution.
• Providing guidance to businesses and the public on environmental health matters.

1. Grade 10 Responsibilities

• Representing the Council nationally on Environmental Permitting issues.
• Leading on complex planning consultations.
• Advising on major Council projects with potential environmental impacts.
• Mentoring junior officers and contributing to strategic policy development.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Health or a science-related subject or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dedicated team making a real impact on Hull’s environment and public health.
• Work on high-profile projects with national significance.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and essential car user allowance.
• Access professional development and career progression opportunities.

How to Apply

Visit www.hullcc.gov.uk/jobs to apply and view the full job description and person specification. For informal enquiries, please contact Paul Key, Principal Environmental Health Officer on 01482 615449 or [e-mail].

Hull City Council Values

We are committed to People First, Respect, Learning, Ambition, and Partnership. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.