Team Leader – Environmental Protection

Role Title: Team Leader - Environmental Protection
Location: London Borough of Harrow, Forward Drive, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT| Hybrid
Rate: £49.51 per hour (Umbrella)
Duration Contract until March 2026 - potential extension

Are you an experienced environmental professional ready to lead impactful work across one of London's most diverse boroughs? The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Team Leader - Environmental Protection to guide a high performing team and drive forward key environmental initiatives that protect public health, improve local quality of life, and support the borough's sustainability goals.

As the Team Leader for Environmental Protection, you will oversee a multidisciplinary team responsible for environmental health functions including pollution control, air quality, noise, contaminated land, and statutory nuisance. You'll provide expert guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the delivery of strategic environmental programmes.

This is a hybrid role, requiring 2 days per week in the Harrow office, with flexibility for remote working on other days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, support, and develop the Environmental Protection team.
• Oversee investigations, enforcement actions, and environmental assessments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and standards.
• Manage complex cases and provide specialist technical advice.
• Contribute to environmental strategy, policy development, and service improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal departments, external partners, and the community.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and regulatory documentation.

Contract Details:

• Duration: Until March 2026
• Potential for extension: Yes
• Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office
• Rate: £49.51 per hour (Umbrella)

About You:
You'll bring strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of environmental protection legislation, and the confidence to manage complex operational and strategic work. You'll be proactive, solutions focused, and committed to delivering high quality public services.

About Us:
Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been a market leader in permanent and temporary staffing solutions for nearly 60 years. We are proud to be accredited as an Investor in People, which is reflected in our commitment to career progression and employee satisfaction. Recognized by The Sunday Times as one of the Best 100 Companies to Work For for 14 consecutive years, we prioritize a personalized approach in everything we do.

The London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest borough in London, celebrated for its cultural diversity and excellent transport links. Located just 10 miles from Central London and 13 minutes to Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it offers convenient access via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, national rail services, and major road networks including the M1, M25, and A406.

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