Public Health & Noise and Nuisance Officer

London Borough of Barnet; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the United Kingdom is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to safeguard community health and wellbeing. Key responsibilities include investigating service requests regarding noise and nuisance, while ensuring compliance with legislation like the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Candidates should possess strong investigative and problem-solving skills, showcasing their ability to work independently and as part of a team. The role offers flexible working options to promote a healthy work-life balance, making it an exciting opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

31 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid working options

Lifestyle discounts from major retailers

Broad payroll benefits including cycle to work and gym membership

Excellent training and development opportunities

Employee well-being training programs

Qualifications

• Experience responding to and investigating service requests related to environmental concerns.
• Knowledge of legal standards under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Control of Pollution Act 1974.
• Ability to conduct site visits, gather evidence, and prepare legal notices.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and investigate noise and nuisance service requests.
• Advise, assist, and enforce legal standards regarding environmental health.
• Conduct site visits and prepare legal notices to uphold community safety.

Skills

Strong investigative skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join us in safeguarding the health and wellbeing of every resident, worker, and visitor in our Borough. As an Environmental Health Officer, you'll play a vital role in:

Responding to and investigating service requests, primarily around noise and nuisance, while tackling other environmental concerns. Using your expertise to advise, assist, and enforce legal standards under key legislation such as the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Control of Pollution Act 1974. Conducting site visits, gathering evidence, and preparing legal notices to uphold community safety.

A proactive professional committed to delivering high-quality services. Strong investigative and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet published service standards.

About Barnet Council

About Barnet Council Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces, and diverse communities all help make it a wonderful place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values (Caring, Learning to Improve, Inclusive, Collaborate). About The Directorate The Assurance and Public Protection directorate ensures democratic accountability of council services. The directorate work together to monitor and ensure compliance and provide assurance of Barnet being an engaged and effective council that protects the public purse. They provide enforcement services that engage and protect residents and businesses to support a safer and healthier borough. In the Assurance and Public Protection directorate, we are committed to the work we do and the difference we make to residents and customers of Barnet every single day. The following exciting permanent job opportunities have arisen at Barnet Council, where you will be empowered to make a real difference.

Roles

• Head of Environmental Health, Consumer and Public Protection
• Counter Fraud and Trading Standards Manager
• Service Manager - Environmental Health (Commercial)
• Team Leader - Health and Safety
• Environmental Health Officer
• Senior Food Safety Officers x2
• Public Health & Noise Nuisance Officers x2
• Technical Scientific Officer
• Technical Trading Standards Officer

These are place-based roles, which require officers to primarily work from Barnet Council offices in Colindale or other locations across the borough. You'll be part of a dedicated team ensuring the Council meets its statutory obligations while making a tangible impact on public health and wellbeing.

Benefits

• 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
• Work‑life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well‑being training programs including confidential employee assistance.

Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part-time, compressed hours, and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work‑life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.