We are recruiting for an Environmental Health/Environmental Protection Noise Officer to join our Environmental Protection Noise Team

If you are passionate about the noise environment, acoustics and planning, driving service improvement, delivering excellent noise response services, committed to achieving positive outcomes, and bring experience in noise and acoustics we would love to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

Ensure compliance with current legislation by making decisions on applications and/or dealing with issues as they arise, ensuring prescribed timescales are met and using enforcement and other legal measures such as assuming and exercising statutory authority.
Promote the work of the Environmental Protection Noise Team through liaising with other Directorates within the Council, external bodies and statutory authorities including the provision of specialist information, expert advice, guidance and assistance to residents of the Borough and businesses including national and multi- national companies and elected members.
Provide technical supervision of other team members as required in the officer’s specialist area of noise and acoustics.
Provide professional/technical advice and direction to own and other Directorate Officers whilst undertaking specialist Environmental Protection Noise enforcement and inspection duties.
Actively engage with supervision and review / appraisal arrangements and be able to receive, critically reflect and learn from feedback, to review and develop the capabilities and competencies as set out in the Person Specification as required.
Participate in the creation and implementation of a personal training plan in conjunction with management.

About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control and or Degree in Environmental Health/Environmental Science or nationally recognised qualification in Acoustics and Noise Control and demonstrate relevant acoustic experience and qualifications.
• Competence in Environmental Noise and vibration measurement,with relevant experience
Up to date knowledge of current work practices and recent developments within Environmental Health Legislation and Noise related to Planning and Licensing
Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.

Our Benefits

Competitive salary between £47264.00 to £57495.00 plus allowances (if applicable).
Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.
Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance.
Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans).
Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.

Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.