17 Environmental Protection jobs in the United Kingdom

Role - Environmental Protection

Contract length - 3 months

Working Style - Hybrid

Location - Kent

Rate - 45phr

My local authority client in Kent is seeking an experienced Environmental Protection Officer to hit the ground running.

The role is a 6-month contract and due to the nature of the work you are required on District on a hybrid basis.

Experience required:

• Taking Enforcement Actions
• Dealing with all aspects of Environmental Protection
• Noise & Nusiance complaints
• Air Quality
• Contaminated Land

If you are interested in this role call Sakaar on (phone number removed) to discuss further, if you know anyone who might be relevant for this role feel free to refer them onto me.

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Role - Environmental Protection

Contract length - 3 months

Working Style - Hybrid

Location - South East of England

Rate - 45phr

My local authority client in the South East of England is seeking an experienced Noise & Nusiance Officer to hit the ground running.

The role is a 6-month contract and due to the nature of the work you are required on District on a hybrid basis.

Experience required:

• Taking Enforcement Actions
• Dealing with all aspects of Environmental Protection
• Noise & Nusiance complaints

If you are interested in this role call Sakaar on (phone number removed) to discuss further, if you know anyone who might be relevant for this role feel free to refer them onto me.

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Role - Environmental Protection

Contract length - 3 months

Working Style - Hybrid

Location - Kent

Rate - 45phr

My local authority client in Kent is seeking an experienced Environmental Protection Officer to hit the ground running.

The role is a 6-month contract and due to the nature of the work you are required on District on a hybrid basis.

Experience required:

• Taking Enforcement Actions
• Dealing with all aspects of Environmental Protection
• Noise & Nusiance complaints
• Air Quality
• Contaminated Land

If you are interested in this role call Sakaar on (phone number removed) to discuss further, if you know anyone who might be relevant for this role feel free to refer them onto me.

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Technical Assistant – Environmental Protection

Location: Staffordshire (Hybrid Working – You will need to be onsite for inspections/site visits)

Rate: Up to £45p/h (Inside IR35)

Contract: 6 months (potential for extension)

Hours: Full-time preferred | Part-time considered

Start date: ASAP

Our client is looking for two proactive Technical Assistants to support the Environmental Protection Team. If your background includes experience in Air Quality , Pollution Prevention and Control (LAPPC) , or Private Water Supplies , we want to hear from you – you don’t need experience in all three areas.

About the Role

You’ll play a key role in helping the Council meet its statutory and non-statutory environmental responsibilities. This includes:

Key Focus Areas (roles may vary depending on your experience and expertise):

Local Authority Pollution Prevention and Control (LAPPC):

• Supporting Part A2 and Part B process regulation
• Managing new applications and older permits
• Conducting follow-ups (approx. 30 permitted premises)

Air Quality:

• Supporting the Air Quality Annual Status Report (ASR) submission
• Reviewing technical reports
• Contributing to the Air Quality Action Plan
• Potential involvement in contaminated land investigations

Private Water Supplies:

• Conducting sampling and risk assessments across ~ approx 43 supplies
• Accreditation as a sampler (or willingness to become accredited) is essential

Requirements

• Relevant technical experience in at least one of the key focus areas
• Comfortable conducting fieldwork and inspections
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review reports and interpret data
• Knowledge of environmental protection legislation and practices
• Experience in a local authority or regulatory setting

If you have experience in any of these areas, and would like to be considered then please apply with your up to date CV!

Environmental Protection Team Lead

Location: Staffordshire (Hybrid: 3 days on-site)

Hours: Full-time or part-time (18.5–37 hours per week)

Rate: Up to £60 p/h (Inside IR35)

Contract: 6 months initially

Start: ASAP

Our client is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Environmental Protection Team Lead to lead and support a high-performing team delivering a broad range of statutory environmental health services. This is a great opportunity to take on a senior role with real impact – managing day-to-day delivery, mentoring officers, and holding a personal caseload of complex work.

About the Role

The client is looking for someone who can lead from the front, handling team leadership, officer development, and their own investigations. You'll manage service delivery across:

• Pollution Control (LAPPC, PPC)
• Air Quality and Contaminated Land
• Statutory Nuisance Investigations
• Private Water Supplies and Smoke Control
• Planning & Licensing consultations

You’ll help shape service strategy, resolve high-profile or complex issues, and play a key part in staff training, coaching, and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Environmental Protection team operationally and strategically
• Oversee performance, work allocation, training and appraisals
• Personally handle complex or contentious cases
• Maintain and develop operational standards, compliance and SOPs
• Support the Environmental Health Business Manager in budget management and strategic planning
• Represent the service internally and externally, including complaints and appeal responses
• Support emergency response and out-of-hours services (as required)

Requirements:

• Proven experience in environmental protection, with a strong working knowledge of environmental health legislation
• Leadership or supervisory experience within local authority or similar setting
• Hands-on technical expertise – able to carry and manage your own caseload
• Excellent mentoring, coaching, and team development skills
• Confident communicator, able to liaise at all levels internally and externally
• Member of CIEH or equivalent professional body is desirable

If you have the above experience and would like to be considered then please apply with your up to date CV!

Job Title: Environmental Protection Team Leader

Location: Hybrid Role, working from home 3 days per week, 2 days in the Kettering and Thrapston office.

Rate of Pay: 43 per hour Umbrella / 35.50 PAYE

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 37 hours per week

Type: Temporary contract for 3 month

Opus People Solutions are working with North Northamptonshire Council to recruit for a Environmental Protection Team Leader.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead on Major Planning Applications: Act as the technical lead for assessing the environmental impacts of major planning applications, providing expert advice and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policy.
• Conduct and Oversee EPR Inspections: Lead and coordinate inspections under the Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR), ensuring high standards of environmental protection and regulatory compliance.
• Manage Complex Statutory Nuisance Investigations : Take the lead on complex investigations into statutory nuisances, including noise, odour, and air quality issues, and oversee the resolution process in line with legal requirements.
• Team Leadership and Work Allocation: Allocate work across the Environmental Protection team, ensuring effective use of resources and timely delivery of services.
• Provide Technical Guidance and Support: Offer expert advice, mentorship, and professional guidance to team members to maintain high standards and support ongoing development.
• Ensure Compliance and Best Practice: Promote adherence to relevant environmental legislation, policies, and best practices across all areas of the team's work.

For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.

Technical Officer - Environmental Protection
 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Technical Officer - Environmental Protection to join a forward-thinking Regulatory Services team in Newcastle-under-Lyme. This position offers the chance to lead a highly skilled team delivering a wide range of statutory environmental functions, including air quality, pollution control, statutory nuisance, and contaminated land.
 
As Technical Officer- Environmental Protection, you will provide technical support within the Environmental Protection Team of Regulatory Services, including undertaking inspections, investigations and appropriate follow up actions including advice, support and enforcement action.
 
The main duties of the Technical Officer - Environmental Protection are:
To be responsible for the efficient execution of one or more of the range of duties reasonably expected of, and commensurate with the professional competence of a Technical Assistant. The range of duties include:
·Contaminated land;
·Air quality;
·Private water supply regulation;
·Regulation of industrial processes;
·Statutory Nuisance complaints and pollution derived anti-social behaviour;
·Provision of professional advice to planning and licensing teams.
 
The Technical Officer - Environmental Protection will have key experience in:
1.
To prepare or assist in the preparation of, such material as is necessary for talks, lectures or presentations (for use inside the Council or to external bodies) and if required participate in the presentation of these activities.
2.
To prepare evidence, legal case files and attend court, tribunals, appeals and hearings to present the council's evidence
 
For more information and to apply for the role, please call Leah Kimber at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
 
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. Please contact Leah Kimber at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent, please email (url removed).
 
 

Environmental Protection Team Manager
 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Environmental Protection Team Manager to join a forward-thinking Regulatory Services team in Newcastle-under-Lyme. This position offers the chance to lead a highly skilled team delivering a wide range of statutory environmental functions, including air quality, pollution control, statutory nuisance, and contaminated land.
 
As Environmental Protection Team Manager, you will play a central role in driving service performance, managing operational delivery, and developing your team. You will lead on policy implementation, represent the service at senior level, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Environmental Health Officer looking to take the next step in a managerial career within a progressive local authority environment.
 
The main duties of the Environmental Protection Team Manager are:
·Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Protection Team.
·Oversee a wide range of statutory functions including pollution control, private water supplies, and air quality.
·Act as a consultee for Licensing and Planning, providing expert environmental advice.
·Support service planning, budget management, and staff development.
·Represent the service at committees, public enquiries, and external meetings.
 
The Environmental Protection Team Manager will have key experience in:
·EHRB registration and qualification as an Environmental Health Officer.
·Strong understanding of local authority statutory environmental functions.
·Experience managing or supervising technical teams.
·Excellent communication and leadership skills.
·Flexibility to work out-of-hours and participate in emergency standby.
 
For more information and to apply for the role, please call Leah Kimber at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email
(url removed).
 
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. Please contact Leah Kimber at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent, please email (url removed).
 
 

Job Title: Environmental Protection Team Leader

Location: Hybrid Role, working from home 3 days per week, 2 days in the Kettering and Thrapston office.

Rate of Pay: 43 per hour Umbrella / 35.50 PAYE

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 37 hours per week

Type: Temporary contract for 3 month

Opus People Solutions are working with North Northamptonshire Council to recruit for a Environmental Protection Team Leader.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead on Major Planning Applications: Act as the technical lead for assessing the environmental impacts of major planning applications, providing expert advice and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policy.
• Conduct and Oversee EPR Inspections: Lead and coordinate inspections under the Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR), ensuring high standards of environmental protection and regulatory compliance.
• Manage Complex Statutory Nuisance Investigations : Take the lead on complex investigations into statutory nuisances, including noise, odour, and air quality issues, and oversee the resolution process in line with legal requirements.
• Team Leadership and Work Allocation: Allocate work across the Environmental Protection team, ensuring effective use of resources and timely delivery of services.
• Provide Technical Guidance and Support: Offer expert advice, mentorship, and professional guidance to team members to maintain high standards and support ongoing development.
• Ensure Compliance and Best Practice: Promote adherence to relevant environmental legislation, policies, and best practices across all areas of the team's work.

For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.