Environmental Planning & Scientific Officer in Sevenoaks
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Job Description
We need your advice and guidance!
We are seeking an environmental health specialist with experience in commenting on planning applications from a public health perspective. A good knowledge of key areas of concern in this area, with Air Quality, Environmental Noise and Contaminated Land within your remit.
You will work with our Planning department across all stages of the planning process, providing advice and guidance on the environmental and public health impact of applications and proposed developments. You will help provide evidence and expert witness evidence for appeals, hearings and public inquiries.
You will also assist with the development of policies and initiatives regarding environmental protection issues. Your detail-focused approach will ensure that all records and databases are accurate available to support decisions.
This is a new role and may have the opportunity for working in the wider field of environmental health with the opportunity of specialist training where necessary.
Please note this post is for 37 hours a week and will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG.
We currently operate a hybrid-working model for the majority of our roles, where your working time will be divided between the office and home working.
To discuss the role in person, please contact
Please contact Colin Alden, Environmental Protection Team Leader on 01732 227186.
Do you want to know more about the role?
For further details on the role, the Council, and the benefits of working for us, please see our Candidate Pack – https://sevenoaks.pagetiger.com/bkhahze
Why work with us?
We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority that values innovation, collaboration and people-first service. You’ll be joining a team that cares deeply about its work and is committed to learning, development, and continuous improvement.
What’s in it for you?
You’ll join a dynamic and forward-thinking team delivering services that matter.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.
Other benefits include:
Enhanced annual leave of 28 days (excluding bank holidays)
Additional leave after 5 years of service
Extra Christmas closure day
Hybrid working
Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
Opportunities to join in with social activities
Free parking
Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,
Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT
Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.
- Location:
- Sevenoaks
- Job Type:
- FullTime