3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • This is a specialist post responsible for the regulation of contaminated land in line with statutory duties, planning guidance and environmental best practice. • The role involves assessing, remediating and advising on land contamination issues across the city, particularly in support of planning and development functions. • The successful candidate will act as a key technical adviser, contributing to environmental protection through the development and implementation of strategic and operational policies related to contaminated land. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Provide expert advice and support to Planning, Building Control, and other service areas on the identification, assessment and remediation of potentially contaminated land. • Lead on the implementation and review of the Contaminated Land Inspection Strategy. • Operate GIS and other data systems to manage, analyse and interpret environmental data relevant to land contamination. • Contribute to the development and maintenance of the local authority's Contaminated Land Information Management System. • Handle complex enquiries and provide technical information to the public, developers, and internal stakeholders. • Attend meetings (including site visits, public hearings and court proceedings) to present technical evidence and support environmental casework. • Keep accurate records and maintain statistical and administrative information. • Ensure that all work is compliant with environmental legislation, corporate policies, and health and safety requirements. • Promote inclusive and non-discriminatory practices in all areas of service delivery. Skills/Experience: • Extensive technical knowledge of contaminated land legislation, guidance, and practical application. • Demonstrable experience of conducting contaminated land assessments and managing complex environmental investigations. • Ability to analyse technical data, prepare reports, and communicate findings clearly in both written and verbal formats. • Competence in using GIS and other digital systems for environmental data analysis. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders. • Chartered or full membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIWEM, IEMA, ICE). • Previous experience working in a regulatory, planning, or local authority environment. • Experience of working in a quality-assured or accredited framework. • Strong customer service skills and the ability to deal with a range of internal and external stakeholders. • Presentation skills and the ability to contribute to consultation and public engagement processes. Additional Information: • A degree or formal qualification in a relevant environmental or technical discipline. • This is a hybrid role, requiring occasional site visits and attendance at external meetings or hearings.