Environmental Health Officer

Environmental Health Officer (Public Health Pollution) 3 Month Contract Location: Rhondda Cynon Taf Rate: 229.30 per day (Umbrella) Contract: 3 Month Contract Hours: Full Time Working Pattern: 1 Day Per Week in the Office / Remainder Remote Home-Based or Site Visits Pay: Bi-weekly Summary We are looking for a skilled Environmental Health Officer (EHO) to join our Public Health and Protection Team on a temporary basis.

This position involves addressing general pollution and public health responsibilities such as investigating and enforcing statutory nuisance complaints handling private drainage issues and managing filthy and verminous premises.

The role also includes dealing with waste accumulations and participating in Planning and Licensing consultations. The ideal candidate will be a qualified EHO with a solid background in applying environmental health legislation conducting investigations collecting evidence and executing appropriate enforcement actions.

Responsibilities Public Health Pollution Control Investigate and handle complaints related to: Noise odour and artificial light nuisances Issues at commercial and residential premises Private drainage concerns Filthy and verminous conditions Waste accumulations General public health issues Decide on suitable enforcement actions in accordance with legislation and departmental guidelines.

Perform inspections and site investigations. Collect evaluate and present evidence to support enforcement measures. Prepare legal documents and enforcement notices as needed. Planning Licensing Offer Environmental Health insights on planning applications.

Address Licensing consultations. Evaluate potential environmental impacts and provide recommendations. Collaborate with Planning Licensing and other Council departments. Enforcement Legal Proceedings Implement legislation pertinent to Environmental Health and Public Protection.

Conduct investigations and compile evidence for legal actions. Assist in prosecutions and attend court when necessary. Ensure statutory duties are fulfilled efficiently and professionally. Service Delivery Address service requests and complaints within set timelines.

Keep precise records and manage case information. Utilize national and local databases effectively. Contribute to departmental business plans and service goals. Engage in emergency public health response activities and on-call duties as required.

Partnership Working Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies. Communicate with residents businesses contractors and stakeholders. Support joint efforts to enhance public health and environmental quality. Essential Requirements

Requirements

Degree in Environmental Health or an equivalent recognized qualification. Registered Environmental Health Officer or eligibility for registration with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH). Comprehensive understanding of environmental health legislation and enforcement capabilities.

Experience in investigating: Statutory Nuisance Complaints Noise Complaints Public Health Issues Pollution Control Matters Filthy and Verminous Premises Waste Complaints Proficiency in enforcement actions evidence collection and legal processes.

Experience in preparing cases for prosecution and court appearances. Strong skills in report writing and case management. Ability to work independently and handle a diverse caseload. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Capability to travel independently for inspections and site visits. Desirable Experience within a Local Authority Environmental Health Service. Familiarity with responding to Planning and Licensing consultations. Experience in supervising staff in the absence of managers.

Additional qualifications in Environmental Health or management. Proficiency in the Welsh language. Whats on Offer 229.30 per day (Umbrella) 3 Month Contract 1 Day Per Week Office-Based Remote Working and Site Visits for the Remainder of the Week Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to engage in a wide range of environmental health and public protection activities.

Flexible hybrid working arrangement. Diverse caseload involving pollution control public health enforcement planning consultations and investigations. Ideal for candidates with experience as an Environmental Health Officer Public Health Officer Pollution Control Officer Environmental Protection Officer Regulatory Services Officer Public Protection Officer or Environmental Enforcement Officer. Required

Skills

Essential Requirements Degree in Environmental Health (or equivalent recognised qualification). Registered Environmental Health Officer or eligible for registration with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).

Strong knowledge of environmental health legislation and enforcement powers. Experience investigating: Statutory Nuisance Complaints Noise Complaints Public Health Matters Pollution Control Issues Filthy and Verminous Premises Waste Complaints Experience of enforcement action evidence gathering and legal procedures.

Experience preparing cases for prosecution and attending court where required. Strong report-writing and case-management skills. Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to travel independently to undertake inspections and site visits. Desirable Requirements Experience within a Local Authority Environmental Health Service. Experience responding to Planning and Licensing consultations.

Experience supervising staff in the absence of managers. Additional Environmental Health or management qualifications. Welsh language skills. Whats on Offer 229.30 per day (Umbrella) 3 Month Contract 1 Day Per Week Office-Based Remote Working and Site Visits for the Remainder of the Week Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to work on a diverse range of environmental health and public protection matters.

Flexible hybrid working arrangement. Varied caseload covering pollution control public health enforcement planning consultations and investigations. Suitable for candidates with experience as an Environmental Health Officer Public Health Officer Pollution Control Officer Environmental Protection Officer Regulatory Services Officer Public Protection Officer or Environmental Enforcement Officer. Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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