Environmental Compliance Officer

Job description

Environmental Compliance Officer

Salary

£31,015 - £34,811 per annum

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Hours per week

37

Work Base

County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Competency Framework

Number of posts

2

Interview date

7 December 2026

Closing Date

22 November 2026 23:55

Join Nottinghamshire County Council - a dedicated team committed to serving our community. We believe in creating a cleaner, greener environment for everyone. Our values are rooted in community, and we strive to make a positive impact every day.

Are you passionate about protecting the environment? As an Environmental Compliance Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring our waste facilities operate smoothly and sustainably. You will monitor compliance, support health and safety initiatives, and engage with residents to address their concerns. If you have experience in waste management or transferable skills in environmental enforcement, we want to hear from you!

In this role, you will:

• Monitor compliance and performance at waste facilities, conducting Duty of Care audits.
• Support quality, health and safety, and environmental monitoring with contractors.
• Respond to resident enquiries via phone, email, and in person at Household Waste Recycling Centres.
• Collaborate closely with contractors and partner organisations to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Conduct site visits to monitor compliance and operational oversight at waste management facilities.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A background in waste management or relevant experience in environmental enforcement, compliance, operational, or contract management.
• A strong understanding of environmental regulations and compliance standards.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and service delivery.
• Exhibit strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with residents and contractors.
• Embrace teamwork and collaboration, working independently and as part of a focused client team.
• Show resilience and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A place to belong: Join a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Professional development: Opportunities for training and growth to enhance your skills.
• Work-life balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your personal commitments.
• Generous leave: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample time off.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in your community! If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge as an Environmental Compliance Officer, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in our mission to create a sustainable future for Nottinghamshire!

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Alex Dodd on 01159774817 or by email [email protected].

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.