Environmental Protection Officer

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Corby is a small place with big ambitions.  In aiming to double the population by 2030, we are determined to revitalise the Borough and improve health and the quality of life for everyone.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Council’s Environmental Protection and Private Sector Housing Team. We are looking to recruit an experienced and highly motivated specialist to lead on the regulation of contaminated land sites, air pollution, air quality, processes under the Environmental Permitting Regulations 2010; to undertake environmental land searches, to investigate statutory nuisances and to comment on planning applications with respect to contaminated land, noise and air.

The role requires excellent communication skills, a flexible approach to work, and a positive solution focused approach to their work.

An environmental science or related degree is essential for this role and it is desirable that you have had industry or public sector experience in a similar role.

The successful applicant will work closely with colleagues across other Council departments and external partner agencies.

For an informal discussion, please contact Amy Plank, Environmental Protection & Private Sector Housing Manager on (01536) 464055 or e-mail - amy.plank@corby.gov.uk

Closing date for applications: Friday 30^th October 2015

Interview date: 18^th November 2015