Are you passionate about protecting the environment and ensuring the well-being of your community? West Berkshire Council's Public Protection Service is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Environmental Control Officer to join our team and contribute to the enforcement of environmental legislation.
The Role
As an Environmental Control Officer, you will play a vital role in:
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Investigating complaints and breaches of environmental legislation, including noise, odour, and light pollution
- Conducting inspections and surveys to assess environmental conditions
- Providing advice and guidance to businesses and residents on compliance with environmental regulations
- Gathering evidence and preparing reports for enforcement action
- Collaborating with other agencies and organisations to address environmental issues
- You will work under the guidance of the Principal Environmental Health Officer and be part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering high-quality public protection services.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
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Relevant experience in environmental enforcement or a similar role
- Knowledge of environmental legislation and regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload
- Strong investigative and problem-solving abilities
- If you hold an appropriate Environmental Health qualification and have the skills to make a positive impact on the environment and community, we would love to hear from you.
Why Work for West Berkshire Council?
West Berkshire Council is a great place to work, offering a range of excellent employment benefits:
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Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
- Access to a wide range of relevant training and development opportunities
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Family-friendly policies to support your personal and professional commitments
- A range of local discounts on shopping, services, and leisure activities
- You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
In addition to these benefits, you will be working in a supportive and inclusive environment, dedicated to making a positive difference in the community.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kevin Thompson on 01635 519942 or email
[email protected].
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our dedicated team at West Berkshire Council.
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Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
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