Salary: National Minimum for age group
Fixed-Term Apprenticeship Contract - 4 years
37 Hours per Week (between Public Protection and Middlesex University)
Training Provider - Middlesex University
Please note this Apprenticeship being offered is a BSc (Honours) in Environmental Health Apprenticeship. For this apprenticeship you must have a good 'A' Level pass grades in a relevant science-based subject.
This Apprentice - Environmental Health Officer post will enable the successful candidate to complete the 4-year Environmental Health (Apprenticeship) BSc (Honours) qualification, while working within the Environmental Health Area of Public Protection.
The successful candidate will carry out a wide variety of Environmental Protection work, supported by team colleagues throughout the training process. While studying part time you will take an active role investigating allegations of statutory nuisance and EP public health matters. You will shadow experienced officers to assist in completing the council's statutory obligations in relation to the statutory nuisance, pollution prevention control, air quality and contaminated land regimes. You will learn how to provide expert advice on planning and licensing consultations and competently use pollution control scientific / technical monitoring equipment.
You should be a good communicator with the ability to effectively organise workloads on your own and work as part of a team. You will need comprehensive computer skills.
You must have good A Level pass grades in a relevant science-based subject.
All University BSc tuition fees will be paid, so this is a fantastic opportunity for any person looking for an exciting career in this diverse profession.
As the successful candidates' experience grows there will be a requirement, at times, to assist in the investigation of nuisance outside of normal working hours, where service demand requires.
The successful candidate will be expected to remain at Thurrock Council for a minimum agreed period following successful qualification.
Closing Date: 9th February 2025
Interview Date: 15th February 2025
For further details about the post or for an information discussion, please contact Peter Reynolds - Environmental Protection Team Manager preynolds@thurrock.gov.uk
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:
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About Us
Why Thurrock?
Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.
Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.
This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.
Our location
Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.
We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.
Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.
Staff benefits
We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.
Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.
For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council
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