Senior Environmental Protection Officer

Institute of Acoustics; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive local authority in England is seeking a Senior Environmental Protection Officer. This role involves managing noise and nuisance cases from initial complaint to resolution, alongside report preparation and public inquiries. Candidates should have experience in environmental investigations and relevant qualifications, which may include an IOA Diploma in Acoustics. The position offers a hybrid work model, 28 days of annual leave, and various employee benefits including childcare vouchers and travel loans.

Benefits

Hybrid working and strong work/life balance

28 days' annual leave (rising to 33 after five years)

Learning and development opportunities

Childcare vouchers

Interest-free travel loans

Local discounts

Qualifications

• Requires experience in environmental noise and nuisance investigations, including enforcement.
• An IOA Certificate of Competence in Environmental Noise Measurement is desirable.
• Must have the IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control.
• Extensive knowledge in environmental investigations and enforcement required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage noise and nuisance cases in the commercial sector.
• Prepare reports and respond to enquiries.
• Develop innovative approaches to improve service.

Skills

Experience in environmental noise and nuisance investigations

Consulting on Licensing applications

IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control

Accredited academic qualification in Environmental Health

Education

MSc, BSc (Hons), or Diploma in Environmental Health

MSc in Environmental and Architectural Acoustics

Job description

Organisation

Hackney Council – Anonymous Apps > Climate, Homes and Economy

Job Number

HCAA02673

Service

Public Realm

Agreement Type

Permanent

Work Pattern

Full Time

Contracted Hours

36

Grade

PO1 – PO4

The Role

(Senior/Environmental Protection Officer PO1-PO4 – £44,937 – £54,360)

Hackney is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK. We are a resilient, vibrant, and creative borough in the heart of London.

Our success brings challenges, including noise, lighting, and smoke nuisances, and licensing and planning issues. Environmental Protection is tackling these issues, and we’re now seeking Senior/Environmental Protection Officers to join us.

In this role you’ll investigate and manage noise and nuisance cases in the commercial sector, from initial complaint through to resolution and potential court proceedings. You’ll also prepare reports and respond to Members’ and public enquiries.

We’re looking for someone proactive, motivated, and ready to develop innovative approaches to improve our service. For an informal discussion please contact Rockwell Charles, Environmental Protection Manager on 07543 516043.

Qualifications

• PO1 – Requires experience in environmental noise and nuisance investigations, including enforcement, as well as consulting on Licensing applications.
• PO2 – Requires experience in environmental noise and nuisance investigations and consulting on Planning, Licensing, and Prior Consent s.61 applications. An IOA Certificate of Competence in Environmental Noise Measurement is desirable.
• PO3 – Requires significant experience in environmental noise and nuisance investigations and enforcement. Must have the IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control.
• PO4 – Requires extensive experience and knowledge in environmental noise and nuisance investigations and enforcement. Must have an accredited academic qualification (e.g., MSc, BSc (Hons), or Diploma) in Environmental Health approved by the Environmental Health Registration Board, or an MSc in Environmental and Architectural Acoustics or equivalent.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working and a strong work/life balance
• 28 days’ annual leave (rising to 33 after five years)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Benefits including childcare vouchers, interest-free travel loans, and local discounts

Closing Date

27 November 2025 (22:59)

Interview Date

11 & 12 December 2025

Employer Equality and Opportunity Statement

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender re‑assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently underrepresented in our workforce.

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