We are recruiting Environmental Protection Specialists within the proactive Environmental Protection Team. We have both full-time and part-time opportunities. You will be an integral part of a team that includes specialists in air quality, contaminated land, noise, and environmental permitting. If you want to be part of our values-driven service and are passionate about making a difference for the community and the environment, we’re interested in hearing from you. We offer a great work-life balance and will consider requests to work part-time from 14.8 hours per week upwards with flexible and mobile working.
About the Role
The Environmental Protection Team is responsible for protecting public health by assessing and improving air quality, identifying and remediating contaminated land, reducing noise, and regulating industrial premises. As a team member, you will ensure the Council meets its statutory duties and that new development complies with relevant best practices. You will liaise with the Planning Team, other internal departments, and outside agencies such as the Environment Agency and UKHSA.
This is a hybrid role involving work at Council offices across the borough, site visits, and the option to work from home. We support a good work-life balance with flexible mobile working and will help you develop your career through training and development opportunities.
About You
You are a positive, dynamic, results-focused individual committed to protecting and improving the environment and residents’ quality of life. You will have:
* A degree or diploma in Environmental Sciences, Air Quality, Acoustics, or a related environmental field.
* Experience working in environmental protection within the public sector or a commercial setting.
* Experience reviewing and analyzing specialist environmental reports and communicating findings effectively.
* An awareness of the importance of multidisciplinary teamwork and an integrated approach.
* The ability to adapt positively to change and promote positive change.
* A full driving license.
About Us
Cheshire West and Chester is a modern, flexible borough council committed to high-quality services. Our core values—Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money, and Empowerment—are central to our work. As the fourth largest unitary authority in the North West, we have many opportunities for growth and development.
We offer:
* A competitive salary
* A generous holiday allowance starting at 26 days (plus bank holidays), increasing to 31 days with service, plus the option to purchase additional leave
* An excellent career average pension scheme
* Training and development opportunities
* A supportive team and culture
* The ability to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Martin Doyle at TEL 01606 288693.
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