Are you an Environmental Health Technical Officer with local authority experience looking for your next contract opportunity? A Local Authority in Hertfordshire is seeking a Technical Officer to provide support within its busy Environmental Health team. The council is open to candidates with either an Environmental Enforcement or Environmental Crime background and is keen to hear from individuals with some regulatory experience who are comfortable working across a varied range of duties. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build on their existing experience, gain exposure to different areas of environmental work and join a flexible, versatile team where responsibilities can change depending on service demands. Key responsibilities Responding to and invesitigating a variety of environmental complaints across the borough. Assisting with fly-tipping, littering and other environmental crime investigations. Supporting the issuing of Fixed Penalty Notices where appropriate. Dealing with general Environmental Health matters including: Public Health funerals, drainage issues, waste and refuse complaints, pest-related enquiries and investigations and statutory nuisance matters. Carrying out site visits, inspections and district-based enforcement activity. Liaising with residents, businesses and internal council departments to help resolve environmental issues. Providing flexible support across the wider team and assisting with different duties as required.About you Previous experience within a Local Authority Environmental Health, Environmental Protection or Environmental Crime team. Experience using Uniform and IDOX softwares. A working understanding of environmental legislation, complaint handling and enforcement procedures. Good communication and organisational skills. A proactive and adaptable approach, with willingness to work across different service areas. Availability to work on-site across the district. Exposure to PACE interviews or enforcement investigations. Community protection or wider regulatory experience.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure to a broad range of Environmental Health and Environmental Crime work within a supportive and adaptable team. The role offers plenty of variety, with the flexibility to get involved in different areas of the service depending on workload and priorities. The council is keen to hear from candidates with a hands-on approach who are willing to be flexible and turn their hand to a range of responsibilities. Ready for a new challenge where you can learn, develop and make a difference? Apply using the button below, contact me on (url removed) or (phone number removed) for more information. Alternatively, connect with me and reach out on LinkedIn. If this opportunity isn't quite right for you, please still get in touch to hear about other opportunities or discuss the market
Environmental Technical Officer employer: Park Avenue Recruitment
Join a dedicated housing provider that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions directly impact residents' lives. With hybrid working arrangements and a focus on continuous improvement, this role as a Repairs Complaints Resolutions Officer not only allows you to develop your skills in complaint management but also provides opportunities for meaningful engagement with the community. Enjoy a collaborative environment that values your expertise and encourages innovative solutions to enhance service delivery.
