Environmental Health Officer/ Senior Environmental Health Officer

Passionate about Environmental Health?

Have you got the ambition, knowledge and experience we are looking for?

If yes, we would like to hear from you.

We are looking for an Environmental Health Officer to join our forward-thinking Environmental Protection team. This is an exciting role investigating complaints, planning and licensing consultations, air quality management, contaminated land assessments, private water supplies, drainage, public health funerals and filthy and verminous premises.

Who we are looking for:

If you are enthusiastic, innovative and will positively contribute to driving the service forward, we would love you to join our team. You will also need to use your own initiative, be proactive and work well in a team and alone.

As a minimum you would have:

• a BSc or MSc degree or equivalent, in Environmental Health
• current technical and working knowledge of Environmental Protection
• excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
• a qualification in acoustics and noise control (would be an advantage)

And be:

• a member of the CIEH
• working towards professional registration with the CIEH

Newly qualified Environmental Health Officers / Environmental Health Practitioners are encouraged to apply.

A Basic DBS is a required for this post.

What’s in it for you?

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (plus 5 additional days following 5 years of continuous service)
• £38,928 – £47,220 (career graded) per annum
• £1,239 per annum essential car user allowance
• Work mileage payment scheme
• Hybrid Working
• Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision
• Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme (free 24 hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees)
• A Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40% on cycles and accessories

Looking for a varied work environment?

Our offices in Lyndhurst are in the centre of the picturesque New Forest, with open plan layout and modern meeting spaces. There is also the opportunity to work remotely and out on district.

About us:

As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.

At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that’s why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self-development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance. We’re keen to support career development and help all colleagues to be the best they can be.

If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.

Closing date: 3rd March 2025

Interviews are likely to be held the week commencing 10th March 2025