14 Natural England jobs in the United Kingdom

Overview:
We're working with an excellent client in the East of England who need an interim Environmental Protection Officer to join a multidisciplinary team focused on community safety, enforcement, and business regulation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate environmental nuisance complaints from commercial premises, including noise, light, odour, and dust.
• Provide expert consultation on planning applications, focusing on noise, vibration, lighting, and odour impacts.
• Assess and process Section 61 applications under the Control of Pollution Act 1974 for construction-related noise.
• Take enforcement action where necessary, including serving statutory notices and preparing prosecution reports.
• Advise on licensing applications to prevent public nuisance and represent the service at licensing hearings.
• Prepare and present robust litigation cases, including giving evidence in court for prosecutions and appeals.
• Conduct objective noise measurements and deliver high-level technical acoustic advice to planners, consultants, and partner agencies.

Vivid Resourcing 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.

• Hourly Rate: Negotiable, dependent on experience
• Location: Reading,
• Job Type: Temporary (Part-time, 2 days per week)

Our client are seeking an Environmental Protection Officer on a temporary basis to backfill a position for a team member who has been seconded to another project. This role is crucial for maintaining standards of environmental protection, focusing on issues such as noise nuisance and rat control. The position starts from the beginning of September and will last for approximately 3 months.

• Respond to customer enquiries regarding various Environmental Protection issues, with a primary focus on noise nuisance and rats.
• Review each enquiry and carry out the initial response, which may include sending appropriate letters, making phone calls, sending emails, and conducting initial site visits to investigate the issues.
• Produce brief reports following site visits to inform the team for necessary follow-up actions.
• Work closely with residents, businesses, and other council teams to address and resolve environmental protection concerns.
• The role can be adapted based on the experience of the candidate, but the core responsibilities will remain aligned with the essential functions of an Environmental Protection Officer.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for environmental protection.
• Experience in conducting noise nuisance investigations and rat inspections is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and responding effectively to complex situations.

• Flexible working days (2 days per week).
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the community's environmental well-being.

To apply for this Environmental Protection Officer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. or Contact Mel Applin

Overview:
We're working with an excellent client in the East of England who need an interim Environmental Protection Officer to join a multidisciplinary team focused on community safety, enforcement, and business regulation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate environmental nuisance complaints from commercial premises, including noise, light, odour, and dust.
• Provide expert consultation on planning applications, focusing on noise, vibration, lighting, and odour impacts.
• Assess and process Section 61 applications under the Control of Pollution Act 1974 for construction-related noise.
• Take enforcement action where necessary, including serving statutory notices and preparing prosecution reports.
• Advise on licensing applications to prevent public nuisance and represent the service at licensing hearings.
• Prepare and present robust litigation cases, including giving evidence in court for prosecutions and appeals.
• Conduct objective noise measurements and deliver high-level technical acoustic advice to planners, consultants, and partner agencies.

Vivid Resourcing 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 details :

Role: Environmental Protection Officer/ Senior EHO

Working Pattern: 37h Hybrid

Start Date: ASAP

Rate: DOE p/h Umbrella

A local authority client of mine in the Berkshire area are seeking an experienced Environmental Protection Officer to join their team for an initial 6 month contract with potential view of extension.

The majority of the work will be to deal with complaints, noise and nuisance, public health complaints and planning applications.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Respond to service requests relating primarily to noise and nuisance
• Examine planning applications to identify potential environmental health issues and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Ensuring that developments promote public health.

For more details please call Sakaar Lama on (phone number removed) or email me with an updated CV. Alternatively if you know someone that may be interested in this role please feel free to forward it to them.

*If you do not have the relevant experience within Environmental Protection in a local authority setting please do not apply, as you will not make the shortlist*

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.

Sharper Consulting Services is working with o ur client in Hertfordshire in seeking a proactive and experienced Environmental Protection Officer to join their team on a temporary basis.

This role offers the opportunity to support a busy and varied caseload, ensuring effective enforcement and compliance with key environmental health legislation.

£35 - £40 per hour

3 months initially (with the possibility o.

Sharper Consulting Services is working with our client in Hertfordshireinseeking a proactive and experiencedEnvironmental Protection Officer to join their team on a temporary basis.

This role offers the opportunity to support a busy and varied caseload, ensuring effective enforcement and compliance with key environmental health legislation.

35 - 40 per hour

3 monthsinitially (with the possibility of extension)

Hours: full time (3 days per week on-site)

Duties

• Manage and prioritise a varied workload within the Environmental Protection Team.
• Collect, collate, and secure evidence relating to:Noise and other statutory nuisance,Filthy & verminous / severely hoarded premises,Rubbish and accumulations,Dark smoke and trade waste bonfires,Defective drainage
• Enforce a wide range of legislation, including but not limited to:Environmental Protection Act 1990,Public Health Act 1936,Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949,Clean Air Act 1993,Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014,Building Act 1984
• Serve legal notices, undertake works in default, obtain warrants, and support prosecutions.
• Provide support to Environmental Health Officers on complex or high-risk investigations.
• Use Microsoft Office applications to produce accurate records and reports (experience of Assure software is desirable but not essential).

Person Specification

• Proven experience managing statutory nuisance and public health casework.
• Strong knowledge and practical enforcement experience across relevant legislation.
• Demonstrable experience serving legal notices, conducting works in default, and preparing cases for court.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a high-pressure environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and access to a suitably insured vehicle.
• Flexibility to undertake occasional monitoring visits outside of normal office hours.
• Prior local authority experience in an Environmental Protection setting.

We are looking for an experienced Environmental Protection Officer to join our client'steam on a short-term basis (3-6 months) to support our Environmental Crime, Air Quality, and Nuisance service in Hampshire. You will play a key role in investigating and resolving environmental crime issues, including fly-tipping, waste offences, statutory nuisance complaints, and air quality matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate reports of fly tipping, waste accumulations, abandoned vehicles, and other environmental crimes.
• Carry out inspections and gather evidence to take enforcement action where appropriate.
• Investigate statutory nuisance complaints, including noise, odour, and air quality issues, and take necessary action in line with legislation.
• Undertake air quality monitoring and contribute to maintaining or improving local air quality standards.
• Prepare and serve legal notices, and contribute to prosecutions and legal proceedings as required.
• Work proactively with residents, businesses, and partner agencies to prevent environmental offences and promote community awareness.
• Maintain accurate case records and provide regular updates to the team.

About You:

• Proven experience working in an Environmental Protection / Enforcement role within a local authority setting.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Environmental Protection Act 1990, Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005, and Anti-Social Behaviour legislation.
• Experience investigating and enforcing environmental crime, nuisance, and air quality cases.
• Confident preparing statements and giving evidence in court if required.
• Self-motivated and able to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.

Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney, is seeking a dedicated Senior Environmental Protection Officer to join the Community Safety, Enforcement and Business Regulation team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining our borough's environmental standards, making Hackney a safer, healthier, and more enjoyable place to live and work.

As a key member of our team, you will be at the forefront of preventing and resolving pollution-related issues, with a particular focus on noise nuisance. You'll work collaboratively across council departments and with external partners to assess planning applications, construction projects, and licensing applications, ensuring a better quality of life for our residents and visitors.

Your work will be varied and impactful. Day-to-day, you will:

• Investigate statutory nuisance complaints from commercial properties, including issues of noise, light, odour, and dust.
• Consult on planning applications, providing expert advice on noise, vibration, artificial lighting, and odour.
• Process Section 61 (prior consent) applications under the Control of Pollution Act 1974 for construction noise.
• Take enforcement action where necessary, from serving notices to preparing prosecution reports.
• Consult on licensing applications to prevent public nuisance and represent the service at Licensing Sub-Committee hearings.
• Prepare robust litigation cases and attend court to provide evidence in chief for prosecutions and appeals.
• Perform objective noise measurements and provide high-level technical acoustic advice to acousticians, planners, and other agencies.

We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable officer who can handle complex cases and difficult problems with innovative solutions. This is a career-graded post, and we welcome applications from candidates with varying levels of experience.

To be successful, you will need:

• Excellent verbal and written
  communication skills , with the ability to explain complex legislation and technical information clearly to a diverse audience.
• Experience working as an enforcement officer in an
  environmental protection or environmental health setting.
• The ability to lead projects, manage a complex caseload, and work effectively within a team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• For PO1-PO2 Level: You should have 1-3 years of professional experience in environmental noise and nuisance investigations, including consulting on Planning and Licensing applications. For the PO2 level, an IOA Certificate of Competence in Environmental Noise Measurement is required (or a willingness to obtain it within 9 months).
• For PO3 Level: You will hold an IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control and have a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the field.
• For PO4 Level: You will have an accredited academic qualification (e.g., MSc/BSc in Environmental Health or equivalent) and/or an MSc in Environmental and Architectural Acoustics, alongside extensive professional experience in environmental noise and nuisance enforcement.

We offer a work environment that is supportive, challenging and focused on professional development. You will be expected to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of the service.

If you are ready to use your specialist skills to make a tangible difference in a vibrant London borough, we encourage you to apply.

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Sharper Consulting Services is working with our client in Hertfordshireinseeking a proactive and experiencedEnvironmental Protection Officer to join their team on a temporary basis.

This role offers the opportunity to support a busy and varied caseload, ensuring effective enforcement and compliance with key environmental health legislation.

35 - 40 per hour

3 monthsinitially (with the possibility of extension)

Hours: full time (3 days per week on-site)

Duties

• Manage and prioritise a varied workload within the Environmental Protection Team.
• Collect, collate, and secure evidence relating to:Noise and other statutory nuisance,Filthy & verminous / severely hoarded premises,Rubbish and accumulations,Dark smoke and trade waste bonfires,Defective drainage
• Enforce a wide range of legislation, including but not limited to:Environmental Protection Act 1990,Public Health Act 1936,Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949,Clean Air Act 1993,Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014,Building Act 1984
• Serve legal notices, undertake works in default, obtain warrants, and support prosecutions.
• Provide support to Environmental Health Officers on complex or high-risk investigations.
• Use Microsoft Office applications to produce accurate records and reports (experience of Assure software is desirable but not essential).

Person Specification

• Proven experience managing statutory nuisance and public health casework.
• Strong knowledge and practical enforcement experience across relevant legislation.
• Demonstrable experience serving legal notices, conducting works in default, and preparing cases for court.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a high-pressure environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and access to a suitably insured vehicle.
• Flexibility to undertake occasional monitoring visits outside of normal office hours.
• Prior local authority experience in an Environmental Protection setting.