COMM ENT 1965 - G3 Technical Officer (Contaminated Land Team) (609329) - 433463
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 24 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £40,804.00 i £41,698.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Hamilton, ML3 0XB |
| Cwmni: | South Lanarkshire Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 433463 |
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Location: Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB
Hours: 35 per week
Work Pattern: Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm and Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm
Salary: £40,804 – £41,696
Contact Email: david.duffy@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
South Lanarkshire Council are seeking to appoint a skilled, enthusiastic, self motivated Technical Officer (Contaminated Land Officer) to work within Environmental Services.
Working as part of the Specialist Support Team specifically dealing with Contaminated Land Strategy and developments across South Lanarkshire. The post holder will be required to assist in the identification of potential risks from land contamination to residents, the public, controlled waters and the built and natural environment from land contamination on existing and development sites.
In addition, a key role of the post will be to support the regulation of land contamination risks under the planning regime by advising on non-routine and complex developments and the adoption of appropriate conditions. They will assist in determining the suitability of non routine investigation reports, risk assessments, remediation schemes and verification reports submitted by developers. Another important element of the post will be to maintain the relevant computer/manual mapping and database records utilised by the Service.
The successful applicant should have a relevant science based degree, with preferably a good understanding of the Scottish land contamination regulatory framework and GIS systems. Candidates should be able to demonstrate self-motivation, be a good communicator and have a commitment to quality service.
The role will include liaison with Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA). They will be tackling complex impactful pieces of work. Contaminated land experience or related experience, ideally in delivering within a local authority setting would be desirable but not essential.
This is a permanent post. You will be required to travel to various locations within South Lanarkshire.
For additional information please contact David Duffy Divisional Environmental Services Officer 01698 454644/Mobile 07795090281. Or via email david.duffy@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
The Council operate Agile Working and the successful applicants work location(s) would be considered in line with that policy.
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Please answer the following questions on a separate sheet and upload with your application:
- What is your experience working in the contaminated land arena in Scotland?
- Do you hold any further qualifications or experience that demonstrates your competence in relation to this area?
- Outline any other experience you have that you feel would serve you well in relation to this post?
- Are you able to travel and work within this discipline throughout South Lanarkshire?
Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address.
Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.
Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.
Legislative Information
This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.
Foreign Police Check
Candidates should be able to detail any gaps in employment and provide a foreign police check where applicable for any periods living or working abroad.
Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant
South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. As a user of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum competency/behaviour requirements for the position.
South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview who meet the minimum requirements for the position.
Please note we do not accept CVs, any submitted will be disregarded. If you require to submit additional information to support your application, please upload this under supporting documents.
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