Environmental Protection Officer

£40-£50 Per Hour

Sharper Consulting Services is representing our client in Kent in their search for a highly experienced Senior Environmental Protection Officer to lead on contaminated land matters and manage complex nuisance cases in both commercial and residential settings.

This role requires advanced technical knowledge and a proactive approach to environmental protection enforcement and planning consultations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take the lead on contaminated land investigations, assessments, and remediation matters.
• Manage complex statutory nuisance complaints, particularly related to noise.
• Provide specialist input into Planning consultations, especially where contaminated land or general environmental protection issues are involved.
• Liaise with developers, consultants, residents, and internal planning and enforcement teams.
• Conduct site visits and prepare reports and recommendations.
• Maintain clear and concise records in line with regulatory standards.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience at a senior level within Environmental Protection, specifically in contaminated land and statutory nuisance.
• Detailed understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks (e.g., Environmental Protection Act 1990, Part IIA of the Environmental Protection Act, Noise Act 1996, etc.).
• Experience commenting on planning applications.
• Excellent report writing, case management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science or a related field; EHRB/EHORB, CIEH registration or equivalent is desirable.

Initially for a 2 month contract. To start 20th May.