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Principal Environmental Health Officer

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
14/04/2022
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 11/05/2022 23:59
Salary:
Grade 9 (SCP 37 - 41) £41,591 - £45,648
Hours per week:
37
Job Category:
Environmental Health / Trading Standards / Licensing
Vacancy ID:
223709
Employment Location:
Agile
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
11 May
Further Information
Sunderland is a fantastic, forward-looking city undergoing significant transformation and economic regeneration. It has a global reputation as a welcoming and inclusive place in which to live, work, invest and play.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to:
• work in a Smart City looking to use new and sustainable technologies;
• work to make the environment clean, attractive and sustainable with breath-taking beaches and countryside close by;
• work in a city with great transport and travel links;
• work to support businesses to develop and grow;
• be a part of developing a dynamic and vibrant city with a wealth of cultural events and activities….

Sunderland is the place for you!

We are looking for a keen and ambitious Principal Environmental Health Officer to join our fast-paced Environmental Health team dealing primarily, but not exclusively with, the full range of environmental protection activities across the City including environmental permitting, land contamination, air quality, noise, nuisance, public health, reviewing planning applications and overseeing the regulatory work of the environmental protection team.

To apply for this role, you will need to hold a degree in Environmental Health or equivalent and ideally a post graduate Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control or Certificate of Competence in Environmental Noise Measurement. You will also need to have current practical knowledge, with significant regulatory and team leadership experience.

The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to deal confidently and effectively with the public, businesses and members of other organisations. A strong work ethic, ability to manage a varied caseload and team, positive approach to delivering improvements and a commitment to customer service are essential.

If you would like to discuss the opportunities available in Environmental Health in Sunderland, please call Marion Dixon on 07912989695.

Applications should be made on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil. For further assistance contact Operational HR Services by email: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk.

Please note that CVs are not acceptable.

Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered online with North East Jobs, including your invitation to any online assessment you are required to undertake and your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk mail items.
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This job is closed for applications.