Community Environment Officer; Access

Community Environment Officer (Access)

Job profile for Community Environment Officer (Access)

Salary: £35,412 - £39,152 | Grade 7 | Up to 37 hours per week | Basis:
Full Time | Contractual:
Permanent | Job Category/Type:
Economy & Environment | Date Posted: 26/05/2026 | Reference: REQ
006312

An exciting opportunity has become available for an appropriately qualified individual to act as the Council’s lead specialist advisor for legal and administrative functions associated with the management of Public Rights of Way in Torfaen, including the definitive map and processing legal orders, and to develop strategic plans for rights of way improvements.

The officer will also work with partner organisations and community groups to develop survey and delivery mechanisms for public rights of way improvement and management in accordance with the Torfaen Deal.

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Danny Hodson, Environment Policy & Partnerships Manager:  . You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview:

How to apply

Guidance for applicants Torfaen County Borough Council.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under‑represented groups.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential.
You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager.

We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.

Please ensure that you only apply for this position via Torfaen Council’s vacancies website. CVs and applications submitted to any other websites are not received by us.

How to find us

Torfaen County Borough Council
Civic Centre
Pontypool
NP4 6YB