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Environmental Health Noise Officer

Brampton Training & Consultancy • City of London • 1d ago

Job Description

Main purpose:

To provide expert knowledge and technical support to the Noise and Nuisance Service and technical liaison with other departments
To provide proactive management and co-ordination of the larger and more complex noise and nuisance cases including providing expert evidence to the Licensing Committee
To ensure that the impact from noise and nuisance, on residents and others, is controlled using appropriate enforcement powers, negotiation and practical knowledge within a 24 hour service operation

Qualification:

Noise specific qualification e.g. MSC/Diploma in Noise Control and Acoustics
Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health

Experience:

At least 2 years experience in the noise and nuisance field preferably within an Environmental Health Department
Working knowledge of relevant legislation and powers (i.e. Environmental Protection Act 1990, Control of Pollution Act 1974, Noise and Statutory Nuisance Act 1993)
Experience of investigating noise complaints and taking appropriate follow up action
Experience of using relevant legislation and powers i.e. serving notices, court proceedings etc.
Experience of controlling complex projects involving noise and nuisance issues
Knowledge and experience of using noise monitoring equipment (e.g. Sound Level Meters, DAT recorders etc.) and sound insulation testing equipment
Experience of representing the Council at Planning enquiries, licensing hearings etc and giving expert testimony on behalf of the Council

Please note this is a contracted position of 3-6 months with the possibility of extension depending on budgets and performance.

**Please note as an agency we can only offer an Umbrella PAYE rate for this post and confirmation of Eligibility to work in the UK will be required before submission**