At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and energetic professional to join our busy Environmental Protection Team focusing on air quality.

About the role:

We are a progressive and professional team of officers who work tirelessly to improve people’s lives. The officer will participate in monitoring and elevation of air pollutants including traffic data across the district, develop relevant policy documents, produce air quality reports and presentations, respond to air quality enquires and make formal representation on planning applications.

The team are currently working on a clean air strategy and ambitious local targets the post holder would be actively involved in taking this forward and embracing new challenges as this area moves.

Whilst the office base will be Keynsham Civic Centre, we offer flexible working including home working for which IT equipment will be provided. The post holder will be required to undertake site visits and work from time to time in the evenings, weekends and at public holidays for the Council to provide a comprehensive service.

About you:

You will have a degree or masters in relevant subject, and this is a post you can apply for whether you are a recent graduate or have a few years’ experience in this subject field.

You will work closely as part of a team but also on your own initiatives. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and report writing skills. Able to manage their time efficiently to meet deadlines and competent in the use of internet and IT applications. As well as good knowledge of air quality management, legislation and monitoring techniques.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Michelle Tett, Environmental Protection Manager on 01225 396037 or email michelle_tett@bathnes.gov.uk

Interview date: Thursday 15th October 2026.

No Agencies Please.

Please note: that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

*Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

About Bath and North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve peoples lives. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion athttps://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW

The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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