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Sharper Consulting Services is representing our client in Kent in their search for a highly experiencedSenior Environmental Protection Officerto lead on contaminated land matters and manage complex nuisance cases in both commercial and residential settings.
This role requires advanced technical knowledge and a proactive approach to environmental protection enforcement and planning consultations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take the lead oncontaminated landinvestigations, assessments, and remediation matters.
- Managecomplex statutory nuisancecomplaints, particularly related to noise.
- Provide specialist input intoPlanning consultations, especially where contaminated land or general environmental protection issues are involved.
- Liaise with developers, consultants, residents, and internal planning and enforcement teams.
- Conduct site visits and prepare reports and recommendations.
- Maintain clear and concise records in line with regulatory standards.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience at a senior level within Environmental Protection, specifically incontaminated landandstatutory nuisance.
- Detailed understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks (e.g., Environmental Protection Act 1990, Part IIA of the Environmental Protection Act, Noise Act 1996, etc.).
- Experience commenting on planning applications.
- Excellent report writing, case management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Degree in Environmental Health or a related field; EHRB registration or equivalent is desirable.
