Service: Regulatory Services
Closing Date: Monday 21st July 2025
1. About Argyll and Bute Council: Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland's most stunning areas. As an award-winning council, we play a vital role in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our diverse communities. Our purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be—where people want to live, work, and do business. We are committed to providing excellent benefits and fostering a friendly, dynamic working culture so that our 5,000 colleagues can deliver services that help our region thrive.
2. About the role: Join our dedicated and welcoming short-term let licensing team, focused on ensuring accommodation meets all safety and compliance requirements. This role is ideally based in Lochgilphead or Oban, with flexibility depending on the successful candidate. You will handle complex applications, prepare and present reports to Committee, inspect accommodations, liaise with hosts, agencies, and the public, investigate complaints, and support the Team Lead and team members. Previous experience enforcing standards or working in environmental health or licensing roles is beneficial, but training will be provided.
4. Benefits: We value our employees and offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave, cycle-to-work scheme, gym discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth.
5. Our values: We care about our people and the environment. We have initiatives like employee recognition schemes and environmental policies. Learn more at our website.
6. Flexible working: We promote a positive work-life balance and consider flexible working requests carefully, balancing service quality with employee needs.
Applicants should note that:
* This post is not suitable for job share.
To apply, click the Apply Now button at the top of this page.
If you need clarification, contact:
* Mary Watt, Environmental Health Manager (East)
* Telephone: 01436658906
* Email: mary.watt@argyll-bute.gov.uk
* Reference: ARB15958/037876
Please note: Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button. CVs are not accepted.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. For more, see our Equality & Diversity Policy.
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