Location
Grays, Thurrock

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£45,624 - £52,038 per annum

About the Role
As an Environmental Protection Officer within Thurrock Council's Environmental Protection Team, you will investigate statutory nuisances and environmental public health matters to help the team fulfill its statutory duties. The role is based within the Public Protection Service and Corporate Services Directorate. Some work outside normal working hours may be required. This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of the local community through effective environmental health enforcement and support.

About the Department
The Environmental Protection Team operates within the Public Protection Service and Corporate Services Directorate, focusing on safeguarding public health and the environment across Thurrock.

Benefits of Working with Us
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment

About Thurrock
Thurrock is a vibrant borough located on the north bank of the River Thames, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents. It offers excellent retail, leisure, cultural and arts opportunities, and is well connected to London by train and road. Working at Thurrock Council means joining an organisation committed to community leadership and positive change.

Experience
- Experience working within a local government Environmental Health Team is essential.

About You
- You are motivated to support public health and environmental protection.
- You are adaptable to working some outside normal hours.
- You demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to continuous development.

Qualifications
- Environmental Health Degree or MSc qualification (essential)
- Science-based A levels (essential)
- Additional qualifications in Environmental Protection work such as IOA CoP or Diploma are desirable.
- Enhanced DBS check required.