Environmental Protection Officer

Environmental Protection Officer 📍 Nottinghamshire England 6 Month Contract 💷 ✅ Outside IR35 🏢 Local Authority 🚀October Start Are you an experienced Environmental Protection Officer looking for your next contract…

Outside IR35 Hybrid Public Sector
Pay rate £40 – £45/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 2 September 2026

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Environmental Protection Officer

📍 Nottinghamshire England 6 Month Contract 💷 ✅ Outside IR35 🏢 Local Authority 🚀October Start

Are you an experienced Environmental Protection Officer looking for your next contract opportunity?

We are currently working with a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire that is seeking an Environmental Protection Officer to join their team on an initial 6 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a busy Environmental Health service, dealing with a varied caseload and making a direct impact within the local community.

Key Responsibilities

* Investigate and resolve statutory nuisance complaints relating to:

* Noise

* Smoke

* Dust

* Odour

* Light pollution

* Undertake environmental monitoring and noise assessments.

* Serve notices and carry out enforcement action where required.

* Provide environmental health input on planning applications.

* Respond to licensing consultations and applications.

* Conduct site visits, inspections, and evidence gathering.

* Prepare reports and maintain accurate case records.

* Liaise with residents, businesses, councillors, and external stakeholders.

* Ensure compliance with relevant environmental protection legislation and guidance.

Requirements

* Previous experience working within a Local Authority Environmental Protection team.

* Strong working knowledge of Environmental Protection Act legislation and statutory nuisance investigations.

* Experience dealing with planning and licensing consultations.

* Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

* Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

* Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.

Contract Details

* 6-Month Initial Contract

* Outside IR35

* Hybrid Working Available

* Nottinghamshire Based Council

* Potential Extension Opportunity

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