OR114525 – Environmental health officer

Job Details

Work Pattern: 36 hours a week, Mon- Fri

PAYE Pay Rate: £35-£45 per hour

Job Purpose

The Public Health Noise & Nuisance Team is looking for two experienced officers to support increased service demand. The role involves investigating a wide range of public health, environmental and noise nuisance complaints and taking appropriate action to resolve issues.

Typical Day

A typical day may include:

  • Investigating noise and nuisance complaints.
  • Responding to complaints about construction noise, amplified music and barking dogs.
  • Investigating pest infestations, fly-tipping and dumped waste.
  • Responding to bonfires and other environmental concerns.
  • Carrying out site visits and gathering evidence.
  • Speaking with residents, businesses and other relevant parties.
  • Providing advice and negotiating solutions where appropriate.
  • Taking informal or formal enforcement action when required.
  • Preparing reports, correspondence and case records.
  • Following up cases to ensure issues have been resolved.
  • Working with other Council teams and external agencies.
  • Managing a caseload and meeting service standards and deadlines.
  • Working flexibly, including out-of-hours work where required.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Experience in Environmental Health, Noise & Nuisance or Environmental Enforcement.
  • Experience investigating environmental complaints and nuisance issues.
  • Good knowledge of relevant environmental health legislation.
  • Strong investigation and evidence-gathering skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to deal confidently with difficult or challenging situations.
  • Experience managing a caseload and prioritizing workload.
  • Ability to prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed records.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexible approach to working hours and service demands.

Qualification Needed

  • Relevant Environmental Health qualification, ideally BSc/BA Environmental Health or equivalent.
  • Candidates should have relevant Environmental Health / Noise & Nuisance enforcement experience.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Control of Pollution Act 1974.
  • Experience conducting investigations, gathering evidence and taking enforcement action.
  • Standard DBS check