R2R103214 – Graduate Trainee Regulatory Services

Job title:

R2R103214 – Graduate Trainee Regulatory Services

Company

South End City Council

Job description

Your New Organisation:Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Your new role:We are offering the opportunity to work-as- you-train within our Regulatory Services Environmental Protection Team. You will be expected to have a relevant degree and will have the opportunity to apply the learning through practical experience.The Environmental Protection team responds to service requests where residents are experiencing nuisance, including noise, light and dust. The team also proactively designs out the impact of noise, risks from contaminated land and air quality as part of their responses to planning and licensing applications. The applicant, once trained, will be able to review contaminated land and noise reports submitted as part of developers planning application process.The successful applicant will move through the competencies contained in the scheme guidelines, starting as a trainee whilst undertaking the MSc in Environmental Health. Once successfully completed the post holder will progress through the pay bands once competency and experience in the chosen area of study is achieved. The MSc is a two-year course, which may be delivered either as an online course or through attendance as required. The successful applicant will be given the time for attending lectures, and have their travel paid where required. There may be supplementary training delivered to enhance learning and there is an expectation that the successful applicant will commit to self-study to complete the required training. What you’ll need to succeed:The successful applicant will hold a degree in a relevant subject (such as Science, Environmental Science or Mathematics). There is no expectation of previous experience in regulatory services however, a basic knowledge of relevant regulatory services functions upon commencing the role along with the ability to develop knowledge as required in line with the academic course and Career Progression Scheme is required. The post holder must be committed to a career in regulatory services with the ambition to progress into the role of a qualified Regulatory Services Officer. What you’ll get in return:When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the “Why Work For Us?” tab. What you need to do now:If you are interested in this role, please click ‘apply online’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If you would like a copy of either the Job Description pleasePlease note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.

Expected salary

Location

Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Job date

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 06:14:01 GMT

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