Environmental Protection Officer
CV-LibraryEast MidlandscontractPosted: 10 July 2026
Apply NowWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental Health Officer to support a busy local authority team within the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-sufficient professional with strong technical expertise in noise, nuisance and pollution matters.
Environmental Protection Officer – Midlands
Location: Midlands (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Interim / Contract Opportunity
Working Pattern: Hybrid – Minimum 2 days per week in the office/on site
Key Responsibilities
* Investigate and manage complaints relating to:
* Statutory nuisance
* Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)
* Noise pollution
* Environmental pollution issues
* Undertake noise assessments and provide professional recommendations.
* Review and respond to planning application consultations.
* Assess and comment on technical reports relating to:
* Acoustics
* Dust management
* Light nuisance
* Maintain accurate records and case management using Uniform/IDOX.
* Attend site visits and office-based duties as required.
Essential Requirements
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision following an initial induction period.
* Available to attend the office full-time during the first week for induction.
* Trustworthy, reliable and able to manage a varied workload effectively.
* Proven experience working within a small, busy Environmental Health team dealing with high volumes of enquiries and complaints.
* Strong competency in assessing noise nuisance cases.
* Ideally qualified with the Institute of Acoustics (IoA) Diploma or equivalent.
* Experience using Norsonic and/or Larson Davis sound level meters and associated software.
* Experience reviewing planning applications and interpreting technical environmental reports.
* Previous use of Uniform/IDOX is essential.
* Willingness to work on-site and attend the office a minimum of 2 days per week.
Kind Regards,
Sakaar Lama
Environmental Protection Officer – Midlands
Location: Midlands (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Interim / Contract Opportunity
Working Pattern: Hybrid – Minimum 2 days per week in the office/on site
Key Responsibilities
* Investigate and manage complaints relating to:
* Statutory nuisance
* Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)
* Noise pollution
* Environmental pollution issues
* Undertake noise assessments and provide professional recommendations.
* Review and respond to planning application consultations.
* Assess and comment on technical reports relating to:
* Acoustics
* Dust management
* Light nuisance
* Maintain accurate records and case management using Uniform/IDOX.
* Attend site visits and office-based duties as required.
Essential Requirements
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision following an initial induction period.
* Available to attend the office full-time during the first week for induction.
* Trustworthy, reliable and able to manage a varied workload effectively.
* Proven experience working within a small, busy Environmental Health team dealing with high volumes of enquiries and complaints.
* Strong competency in assessing noise nuisance cases.
* Ideally qualified with the Institute of Acoustics (IoA) Diploma or equivalent.
* Experience using Norsonic and/or Larson Davis sound level meters and associated software.
* Experience reviewing planning applications and interpreting technical environmental reports.
* Previous use of Uniform/IDOX is essential.
* Willingness to work on-site and attend the office a minimum of 2 days per week.
Kind Regards,
Sakaar Lama