Air Quality Pollution Officer

Job Title: Air Quality Officer
Salary:per annum
Grade:G
Contract Type:Permanent
Working Hours:37 hours per week

The post holder will be responsible for performing all statutory duties of the Council in relation to local air quality management. They will ensure that statutory deadlines are met manage the air quality monitoring network implement the Air Quality Action Plan and advise on complex cases related to their service area.

To apply for this role you must be a confident presenter with advanced Pollution Control expertise. You will attend high level meetings to answer complex questions in relation to air quality. You will compile high-quality responses to complex enquiries from senior officers elected officials and the public.

The post holder will answer relevant service requests and collate high level complaint responses to ensure relevant government and departmental deadlines are met. You will provide air quality responses to planning consultations. You will be competent in the use and effective maintenance of relevant scientific and technical monitoring equipment.

You must be highly proficient at communicating complex nuanced scientific information to a variety of audiences. You will also have the ability to effectively organise and time manage your work. You will need comprehensive computer skills and an understanding of database management. Excellent report writing skills are also essential for this role.

Essential Qualifications:

You must hold an Environmental Health BSc MSc or relevant Pollution Control scientific qualification.

Those without direct experience of local air quality management will not be shortlisted for this role.

DBS Check:At Standard Level is required for this post.

Benefits of Working with Us

At Thurrock Council we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employeeassistanceprogramme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Important Dates

Closing Date (Redeployment Only):24th September 2026

Closing Date (Internal & External):4th October 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process please contact:

Peter Reynolds Environmental Protection Team Manager

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:

Download Job Profile (PDF Document)

If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.