Principal Officer (Community) - 05749

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NewburySalary: 46,579 - 55,224 per yearEmployment: Full timeCategory: Community Safety OfficerPosted: 2026-09-21Valid to: 2026-11-13Apply: https://ce1000li.webitrent.com/ce1000li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=7469124o4l&WVID=252486050l&LANG=USAEmployer: West Berkshire CouncilAre you an experienced environmental health professional looking to take the next step in your career? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Principal Officer to join our Public Protection Partnership service across Bracknell Forest and West Berkshire. Reporting to the Strategic Manager, you will play a key role in leading and managing the community team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to our local community.

About the RoleAs the Principal Officer your responsibilities will include: Leading and managing a team of dedicated professional officersEnsuring effective investigation and enforcement of a wide range of community based legislation, ranging from fundamental public health protection legislation through to powers provided under anti-social behaviour.Providing expert advice and guidance to the community and partners on a range of environmental health based law.Use Intelligence based data to provide positive outcomes to areas in need of our serviceCollaborating with other regulatory services to deliver joined-up enforcement activitiesManaging complex cases and providing support to team members - including attending court and reviewing case filesUsing strategic assessment to evaluate and plan new initiatives for the benefit of the community we serveReporting on service performance and contributing to strategic planning In addition to the above, you will also be responsible for: Working with the community to promote compliance and support economic growthDelivering educational initiatives to raise awareness of community issuesBeing part of a wider team of professional officers dedicated to seeing positive changes across the partnershipParticipating in regional and national initiatives to tackle emerging issues About YouThe ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes: Extensive experience working in a community protection and environmental health role, with a solid understanding of relevant legislationProven leadership and people management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesSelf-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Why Work for West Berkshire Council?West Berkshire Council is a great place to work, offering a range of excellent employment benefits: Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balanceAccess to a wide range of relevant training and professional development opportunitiesLocal Government Pension SchemeFamily friendly policiesA range of local discountsAnd much more!You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service. Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact George Lawrence on 01635 519163 or email George.lawrence@westberks.gov.uk Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career. Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: Working with UsEqual OpportunitiesThe Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.How to applyPlease now complete a short online application form.

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