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Environmental Protection Officer/Technical Assistant
- Posted 01 August 2024
- Salary Negotiable
- LocationNewcastle-under-Lyme
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Professional & Technical
- Reference19250
Job description
Job Title: Environmental Protection Officer/Technical Assistant
Location: Newcastle Under Lyme Borough Council
Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days in the office)
Pay Rate: Negotiable
Working Hours: 20 - 46 hours per week
Assignment Duration: 6 months temporary
Overview:
Join Newcastle Under Lyme Borough Council as an Environmental Protection Officer/Technical Assistant in our Regulatory Services team. This role involves providing technical support, conducting inspections, and enforcing environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support contaminated land, air quality, private water supplies, and regulation of industrial processes.
- Investigate statutory nuisance complaints and pollution-related anti-social behaviour.
- Advise planning and licensing teams.
- Conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and take appropriate actions.
- Prepare reports and participate in council meetings.
Requirements:
- Qualifications: Relevant degree in Environmental Health or related field preferred
- Experience: Experience in a similar role, ideally in local government or regulatory environment.
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of contaminated land, air quality, private water supply and pollution control.
- Organisational Skills: Strong time management and ability to manage varied workload.
If you are passionate about environmental protection and have the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply.
