Technical Officer
Mar 14, 2025
Tasks
You will be part of our Environmental Enforcement team covering the enforcement work of environmental legislation including planning enforcement and envirocrime.
You will need to have enthusiasm, a commitment to accuracy and good customer service. You must have the ability to work independently and have the confidence in using your own judgement and initiative whilst also working effectively as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
A person who is quick to learn, able to confidently visit sites with an investigative mind and concisely report on their findings.
You will be expected to work remotely, onsite (across Worcestershire) and from our modern Offices at Wyre Forest House, Kidderminster, DY11 7WF.
Requirements
Key requirements
A-level preferable or a degree/further qualification in a relevant subject (such as Environmental Health/Science, Town Planning) or a related subject.
Skills & experience
Skills you will need to succeed, include:
An ability to provide advice and information to the public and /or businesses on legislation related to Regulatory Services.
Carry out routine inspections of property, land and vehicles and to collect evidence and supporting information to enable enforcement decisions to be taken.
An ability to prepare, interpret and analyse reports and data sets and produce summary reports and advice for submission to a range of stakeholders.
An ability to understand and analyse complex problems and interpret and implement complex legislative provisions.
Ability to communicate to a variety of audiences and to negotiate to gain support on key issues.
Ability to organise oneself in the face of conflicting demands and priorities responding positively and appropriately in emergency situations.
Ability to work under pressure and to meet multiple deadlines and performance targets.
Good oral and written skills to include report writing and presentation.
Applications for this position will close on the 25th October. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams
Pay is negotiable. Inside IR35. 37hrs per week for 12weeks+
