Environmental Protection Team Leader; BF

Environmental Protection Team leader

Location West London

6 months ongoing contract role

We are looking to speak to experienced Team Managers to lead the Environmental Protection Unit and ensure the effective delivery of statutory environmental protection.

• You will manage a team of up to eight staff
• oversee complex environmental protection cases
• provide specialist technical advice, and ensure the service meets legislative, professional and Council requirements.
• Working closely with residents, businesses, elected members, government agencies and partner organisations, while leading service improvement, performance management and resource planning.

• We are looking for a confident and experienced environmental protection professional with strong leadership and people-management skills.
• A degree or diploma in Environmental Health or a relevant discipline, with appropriate professional membership and evidence of continuing professional development.
• Significant experience in Environmental Protection within a regulated environment.
• Experience managing a team involved in inspections, investigations, enforcement, compliance and technical casework.
• Strong knowledge of relevant environmental protection legislation, guidance and best practice.
• Excellent communication, customer service and report-writing skills.

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health or a relevant discipline.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and membership of a relevant professional body.
• Recognised management qualification or equivalent management experience.
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant technical area is desirable.
• Project management qualification or relevant experience is desirable.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to travel to locations across the borough and airport as required.