Senior Environmental Health Officer

1 day ago

Royal Tunbridge Wells TN, United Kingdom TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL Full time

Town Hall, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN11RS

Contract Type:

Full Time - Permanent

Contract Details:

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Salary:

£48,598 (Plus Essential Car user Allowance £1000)

Working Hours: 37

Job Category:

Environmental Protection

11/01/ days remaining

Are you an experienced Environmental Health professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity within Tunbridge Wells Borough Council's Environmental Protection team where you will lead on complex, high-profile cases that make a real difference to public health and the environment.

About the Role

This role is ideal for someone with several years of experience in Environmental Health who is looking to develop a specialism and take on more responsibility. As the lead officer, you will:

  • Investigate and resolve complex nuisance complaints under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and other legislation.
  • Lead on issues including: Waste accumulations, bonfires, pest infestations, noise, odour, light, and drainage nuisances, Filthy and verminous premises, private water supplies and contaminated land
  • Act as technical lead for contaminated land.
  • Respond to planning and licensing consultations
  • Undertake inspections
  • Represent the council in court and at licensing committees.
  • Supervise and support junior officers and trainees, deputising for the team leader when required.
  • Participate in out-of-hours enforcement and emergency planning operations.
What We're Looking For
  • Degree (BSc or MSc) in Environmental Health
  • Extensive experience in environmental protection
  • Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Officers Registration Board (EHORB)
  • Proven ability to represent the council in legal and committee settings.
  • Membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (MCIEH or MCIEH CEnvH), or commitment to obtain

Special Requirements:

  • Full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle
  • Willingness to work outside normal office hours
  • Physically capable of inspecting a range of premises

What we offer

  • Be part of a committed, hard-working team that's passionate about making a difference.
  • Enjoy 26 days annual leave (rising to 29 after 5 years service).
  • LGPS membership with 19.7% employer contribution.
  • Employee Assistance Programme: The Council has partnered with Health Assured to provide staff with access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) to assist in balancing everyday life with the requirement of work and home.
  • Free staff parking.
  • There is opportunity for hybrid working - This would be discussed in more detail on successful completion of the probation period.
  • Personal Development: Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development.

For an informal discussion, contact Lisa Anderson, Environmental Protection Team Leader on

Equal Opportunities

Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Safeguarding

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.

Interview dates : 21 January 2026

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