At a Glance
- Tasks: Investigate environmental issues and ensure compliance with legislation to protect public health.
- Company: Join a busy Regulatory Services team in Exeter making a real difference.
- Benefits: Earn £30 per hour, enjoy weekly pay, and work hybrid hours.
- Other info: Immediate start available with opportunities for ongoing work.
- Why this job: Make an impact on community wellbeing while developing your career in environmental protection.
- Qualifications: Degree in Environmental Health and relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Exeter for an experienced Environmental Health Officer / Environmental Protection Officer to join a busy Regulatory Services team on a hybrid basis.
This role offers the chance to make a real impact on public health, environmental protection, and community wellbeing by investigating environmental issues, supporting compliance, and ensuring relevant legislation is effectively implemented.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate environmental protection complaints, including noise nuisance, pollution, anti social behaviour, air quality, and contaminated land issues.
- Carry out inspections, audits, monitoring activities, and environmental assessments.
- Provide advice and guidance to residents, businesses, and stakeholders regarding environmental legislation and compliance.
- Review planning and licensing applications and provide specialist environmental health advice.
- Conduct investigations, gather evidence, undertake interviews, and prepare reports.
- Draft and serve statutory notices and take enforcement action where necessary.
- Liaise with partner agencies and internal departments to deliver joined up regulatory services.
- Manage and prioritise a varied caseload independently.
- Participate in emergency response and out of hours work when required.
Requirements
- Degree or Postgraduate qualification in Environmental Health or a related discipline.
- Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB).
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
- Previous experience delivering Environmental Protection services within a Local Authority setting.
• Knowledge and experience of
- Noise and statutory nuisance
- Air quality
- Contaminated land
- Pollution control
- Environmental enforcement
- Planning and licensing consultations
- Strong communication, report‑writing, and investigative skills.
- Ability to manage a busy caseload and work independently.
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential, as travel across the district will be required.
- What’s on offer
- 09:00 - 17:00
- Mon - Fri
- Regular, ongoing work
- Immediate start available
- Weekly pay
- Location: Exeter and surrounding areas
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We think you need these skills to ace Environmental Protection Officer (Hybrid) - £30 Per hour - Brynsworthy - Exeter
Environmental Health Knowledge
Investigative Skills
Report Writing
Noise and Statutory Nuisance Management
Air Quality Assessment
Contaminated Land Management
Pollution Control
