EHO/Environmental Protection Officer

£35 – £42/hour

Full Time, Public Sector Vacancy In Hampshire

We are looking for an experienced Environmental Protection Officer to join our client's team on a short-term basis (3-6 months) to support our Environmental Crime, Air Quality, and Nuisance service in Hampshire. You will play a key role in investigating and resolving environmental crime issues, including fly-tipping, waste offences, statutory nuisance complaints, and air quality matters.

Key Responsibilities:

* Investigate reports of fly tipping, waste accumulations, abandoned vehicles, and other environmental crimes.

* Carry out inspections and gather evidence to take enforcement action where appropriate.

* Investigate statutory nuisance complaints, including noise, odour, and air quality issues, and take necessary action in line with legislation.

* Undertake air quality monitoring and contribute to maintaining or improving local air quality standards.

* Prepare and serve legal notices, and contribute to prosecutions and legal proceedings as required.

* Work proactively with residents, businesses, and partner agencies to prevent environmental offences and promote community awareness.

* Maintain accurate case records and provide regular updates to the team.

About You:

* Proven experience working in an Environmental Protection / Enforcement role within a local authority setting.

* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Environmental Protection Act 1990, Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005, and Anti-Social Behaviour legislation.

* Experience investigating and enforcing environmental crime, nuisance, and air quality cases.

* Confident preparing statements and giving evidence in court if required.

* Self-motivated and able to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision

2025-08-13 10:54:33

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