Environmental Protection Team Leader
Starting salary £50,696 pa, progressing to £53,953 pa through annual increments subject to satisfactory service (inclusive of outer fringe allowance)
Permanent contract, 37 hours per week (hybrid working).
We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic senior professional to guide the service functions within regulatory services. This is an exciting new opportunity to manage up to two professional officers, perfect for those experienced officers looking at stepping into management. The Team covers a specialist area of Environmental Protection, covering Contaminated Land, Air Quality and Statutory Nuisance predominantly.
Key responsibilities
The Team Leader will support the Environmental Health Manager in the delivery of their area of specialism and is responsible for providing technical support to the team. The post holder will also undertake proactive and reactive work, responding to a range of service requests.
The Team Leader has managerial responsibility for professional and technical staff, and the delivery of the work programme. The post holder will ensure that all service objectives, targets and service levels are understood, monitored and performed by all members of the team. Work in collaboration with other services, and senior management to ensure that services are joined up appropriately and are aligned to the achievement of the Council’s aims and objectives.
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking an enthusiastic and capable professional with proven experience in service delivery. A track record of seeing complex cases through to conclusion and seeking service improvements. You’ll bring excellent technical knowledge, a passion for your service area with excellent time management skills and an innovative approach.
This is a high-impact role at the heart of a prominent public-facing service, offering the opportunity to shape standards across the borough.
The role requires you to have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
This post is politically restricted.
Benefits
We offer the Local Government Pension Scheme, which is a defined benefits scheme, an attractive working environment in the heart of Welwyn Garden City, flexible working, free parking, access to electric pool cars, and a minimum of 25 days annual leave each year.
Please note we do not provide sponsorship for employment in the UK.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Emma Walker Assistant Director Public Realm at e.walker@welhat.gov.uk.
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