Planning Environmental Officer
3 days ago
We are seeking an environmental health specialist with experience in commenting on planning applications from a public health perspective. A good knowledge of key areas of concern in this area, with Air Quality, Environmental Noise and Contaminated Land within your remit.
You will work with our Planning department across all stages of the planning process, providing advice and guidance on the environmental and public health impact of applications and proposed developments. You will help provide evidence and expert witness evidence for appeals, hearings and public inquiries.
You will also assist with the development of policies and initiatives regarding environmental protection issues. Your detail-focused approach will ensure that all records and databases are accurate available to support decisions.
This is a new role and may have the opportunity for working in the wider field of environmental health with the opportunity of specialist training where necessary.
We currently operate a hybrid-working model for the majority of our roles, where your working time will be divided between the office and home working.
Please contact Colin Alden, Environmental Protection Team Leader on 01732 227186.
We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority that values innovation, collaboration and people-first service. We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.
Enhanced annual leave of 28 days (excluding bank holidays)
Additional leave after 5 years of service
Hybrid working
Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
Free parking
Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,
Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT
Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service
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