Environmental Noise & Nuisance Officer
South London | £35 per hour (Umbrella)
A South London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Environmental Noise & Nuisance Officer to join their Noise and Complaints team on an interim basis.
This is a hands-on role suited to an Environmental Health Technician with strong investigative and enforcement experience, responsible for responding to noise and nuisance complaints and supporting senior officers in taking formal action where required.
Key Responsibilities
Investigate a range of noise complaints (e.g. domestic, commercial, anti-social behaviour)
Gather evidence and prepare detailed reports for senior officers
Support decision-making regarding enforcement action
Handle additional environmental complaints, including bonfires and waste accumulations
Undertake regulatory investigations in line with relevant legislation and codes of practice
Working Pattern
7-week shift rota
Mix of day shifts and out-of-hours work (Thursday–Sunday)
Requirements
Experience working in an enforcement role within a regulatory service
Proven ability to manage complex caseloads and meet deadlines
Strong knowledge of noise and nuisance legislation and procedures
Understanding of:Experience conducting regulatory investigations
Regulatory codes of practice
Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE)
Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA)
Full UK driving licence (council vehicle provided)