Senior EHO (EP)

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in West Sussex is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Health Officer to join their Environmental Protection team. This interim part-time role involves assessing planning applications, investigating environmental complaints, and providing technical advice on noise issues. Candidates should possess a degree in Environmental Health and have extensive environmental protection experience. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent.
• Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control (or equivalent qualification).
• Extensive experience in environmental protection, particularly in handling development control applications.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to planning and development control applications.
• Investigate and resolve environmental protection complaints.
• Provide technical advice on noise, vibration, and acoustics.
• Liaise with internal and external parties for effective service delivery.
• Prepare reports for enforcement action or legal proceedings.
• Contribute to policy development within the Environmental Protection team.

Skills

Environmental protection expertise

Strong communication skills

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Environmental Health

Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control

Job description

Overview

West Sussex Based Council is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Health Officer (EHO) to join their Environmental Protection team. This interim opportunity is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in environmental protection and development control.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to planning and development control applications, providing expert environmental health input.
• Investigate and resolve complaints related to statutory nuisance, air quality, contaminated land, and other environmental protection matters.
• Provide technical advice and support on noise, vibration, and acoustics issues.
• Liaise with internal departments, external agencies, and members of the public to ensure effective service delivery.
• Prepare reports, statements, and documentation for enforcement action or legal proceedings when required.
• Contribute to policy development and service improvement initiatives within the Environmental Protection team.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent.
• Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control (or equivalent qualification).
• Extensive experience in environmental protection, particularly in handling development control applications.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload effectively.

Desirable

• Chartered status or working towards Chartered EHP.
• Previous experience working within a local authority setting.

Working Arrangements

Flexible working options available, including hybrid working. Part time for 3 days per week.