Company Overview
Our client is a local authority based in Hertfordshire, committed to protecting public health, the environment, and local communities. The council delivers a wide range of regulatory and environmental services and is seeking an experienced leader to support its Environmental Protection function during a period of increased demand.
Role Overview
We are recruiting an Environmental Protection Team Leader for an initial 3-month contract, starting ASAP. The role involves leading and managing a team delivering statutory environmental protection services, ensuring compliance with legislation and maintaining high standards of service delivery. This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and support a team of Environmental Protection Officers
Oversee the delivery of environmental protection services, including statutory nuisance, pollution control, and related enforcement work
Ensure compliance with relevant environmental health legislation, policies, and procedures
Manage workloads, performance, and professional development of team members
Provide expert technical advice on complex environmental protection cases
Prepare reports and contribute to policy development and service improvement
Liaise with internal departments, external agencies, and stakeholders as required
Requirements (Qualifications / Skills & Experience)
Essential
Significant experience working within environmental protection or environmental health in a local authority setting
Proven experience of managing or supervising staff
Strong knowledge of environmental protection legislation and enforcement processes
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet statutory deadlines
Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
Desirable
Degree or professional qualification in Environmental Health or a related discipline
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIEH)
Experience dealing with complex or high-profile environmental protection cases
Additional Information
Initial contract duration: 3 months (with potential for extension)
Location: Hertfordshire (local authority)
Working hours: 37 hours per week
Start date: ASAP
Hybrid or flexible working may be available, subject to service requirements
*If interested, please call 0161 470 5503 and ask for Alfie, or email Alfie.Johnson@vividresourcing.com