Senior Environment Protection Officer
Address: Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 0EQ or Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1RT
Salary: £39,152 - £48,226 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Hours:37 hours per week
Contract:Permanent
Closing date: 11.30 pm, 17 April 2026
Reference: 22795
East Suffolk Councilis an exciting place to work, delivering essential local services and making a real difference to a quarter of a million people across East Suffolk.
Are you an experienced environmental health professional passionate about science-led approaches to healthier, safer communities?
We'relooking for aSenior Environmental Protection Officer(NSIPs and Planning)to guide ourtechnical work and shape strategic improvements acrossEast Suffolk.
The role
This is a high-impact specialist role whereyou'llleadon complex environmental health issues - from air quality to contaminated landas well asadvising on National SignificantInfrastructureProjects includingSizewell CandOffshoreEnergy Projects. The role will alsoincludementoring newly qualifiedstaffas we grow our team.As akeymember of theteam,you willensureour work is informed, innovative, and effective.
We encourage Matrixand Project basedworking, which meansyou will support colleaguesacross the Environmental Protection when needs arise, ensuring that there is resilience in the team and variety in your role.
You will be:
* giving expert advice andproving planning adviceon air quality management and contaminated landand or noise, with a strong focus on major developments andNSIP’s (Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects)
* takingappropriate interventionsand where necessary, enforcement actions to protect the public and environment
* managing and mentoring technical officers to buildexpertiseand resilience
* representingthe Council at technical forums and in multi-agency partnerships
* driving forward evidence-based practice and supporting strategic planning
* shaping service improvements that enhance health outcomes and sustainability.
* collaborating with and supportingthe broader teamto providetargeted interventions andadvice onStatutoryNuisance, andPrivateWaterSupplies andEnvironmental
* Permittingand broaderEnvironmental Healthenquiries.
What you will need
* A degree in Environmental Health or a related environmental science.
* Extensive knowledge of environmental health legislation and enforcement.
* Proven experience with dealing withEnvironmental Protection and Regulation to includeaselectionof specialisms including topicssuch asStatutory nuisances, air quality, environmental permitting, contaminated land,nuisance,drainageand private water supplies.
* Mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others.
* A collaborative and analytical mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
* A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable, but not essential:
* Experience working in local government or regulatory partnerships.
* Expertisein using monitoring or modelling software for environmental health.
* A track recordof contributing to strategic plans andNSIP’s.
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all of the essential requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Why work for us?
East Suffolk Council is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access.
Here are some of the main benefits
* Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 25 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays).
* Local government pension scheme.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Learning and development tailored to your role.
* A wide variety of staff support networks including access to health and wellbeing initiatives and programmes.
* Discounts on mobile phones, computers, holiday and travel, fashion and clothing, health and beauty and many other products and services.
For more information
For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Sheridan Stock by emailing sheridan.stock@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
To apply and for further details, please visit:
www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_1004/job/22795
Closing date: 11.30 pm, 17 April 2026.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
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