2 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Umbrella - £29.75 per hour - Umbrella

Job Purpose

As an Environmental Health Officer , you will investigate noise nuisance, environmental complaints and public health concerns, using statutory enforcement powers to protect residents, workers and visitors while ensuring compliance with environmental legislation.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

- Investigate noise nuisance complaints including construction noise, amplified music and barking dogs.
- Investigate public health and environmental issues including fly-tipping, bonfires and pest-related complaints.
- Carry out site inspections, visits and evidence gathering.
- Enforce Environmental Protection Act 1990 and related legislation.
- Issue and monitor legal notices and enforcement actions.
- Prepare detailed investigation reports and case records.
- Attend court proceedings and tribunals when required.
- Work closely with Licensing, Community Safety, Housing and other partner agencies.
- Provide advice to residents, businesses and stakeholders on Environmental Health matters.
- Undertake witnessing visits and out-of-hours investigations.
- Maintain accurate records on council systems.
- Participate in environmental enforcement projects and initiatives.




- Support emergency response and public protection activities where required.

Essential Experience Required

- Qualified Environmental Health Officer or equivalent Environmental Health experience.
- Experience investigating noise nuisance and environmental complaints.
- Knowledge of Environmental Protection Act 1990 and related legislation.
- Experience carrying out inspections, investigations and enforcement activities.
- Experience preparing legal notices and case files.
- Report writing and evidence gathering experience.
- Robust communication and negotiation skills.
- Experience working within Local Authority Environmental Health services.
- Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
- Experience attending court or tribunal proceedings desirable.

Additional Information to Note

- Working Hours: 36 hours per week.
- Colindale, London, NW9 4EW
- On-site Role.
- Standard DBS Required.
- Experience within Noise & Nuisance Enforcement highly desirable.
- Work may be required between 08:00 and 20:00.
- Out-of-hours and emergency response duties may be required.
- Supplier Submission Deadline: 23rd October 2026.
- We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.

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📌 Environmental health officer (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Civic Recruitment
📍 Nova Scotia