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- Technical Assistant: Fly-Tipping Enforcement (2 year fixed term)
- IT Technical Apprentice
- Assistant Planner (Development Management)
- Planner (Development Management)
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Technical Assistant: Fly-Tipping Enforcement (2 year fixed term)
Salary: £29,093 - £32,115
Grade E
Job reference: HR25/03
Hours per week: 37
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Type: Two-year fixed-term contract
Closing Date: noon, 3 March 2025
Interview date: Week commencing 10 March 2025
The job
Hart is committed to tackling fly-tipping. This is a top priority for residents across the district.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Environmental Health team for someone to help lead on tackling fly-tipping as part of a team of 9 supporting the Environmental Health and Licensing Contract Manager. You will get involved in all aspects of enforcement and the reduction of fly-tipping with a particular emphasis on communication and community engagement.
Some of the key responsibilities for the role of ‘Environmental Health Technical Assistant- Fly-tipping Enforcement’ are as follows:
- Taking a leading role in the enforcement and prosecution of fly-tippers
- Assisting in shaping the Council’s communications (including media releases and educational materials) around the issue, and working with community organisations to help prevent the incidence of fly-tipping.
- Helping to develop and implement Hart’s fly-tipping action plan.
- Investigating the incidence of fly-tipping and taking enforcement action to ensure compliance.
- This may include gathering evidence of alleged offences, serving notices, taking witness statements and undertaking interviews under caution, preparing case files and acting as a witness in court when necessary.
- Issuing Fixed Penalty Notices in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures.
- Sharing information and intelligence with internal and external stakeholders in relation to suspected waste offenders.
- Maintaining an active programme of risk-based camera /CCTV monitoring.
- Raising public awareness of environmental and waste crimes.
- Attending multi-agency meetings with key stake holders in fly-tipping enforcement.
The applicant
We are looking for someone who has excellent communication skills and some experience in a relevant field. You should have some knowledge of best practice in a Local Authority or environmental crime enforcement, and you would need to be committed to providing high quality customer service.
An ability to analyse data and computer literacy will also be essential.
You will have an ability to manage your own time as well as to work as part of a team as well as the confidence to organise and administer meetings. You can work under pressure and be computer literate.
You need to have the ability to innovate and the commitment to deliver the best possible service for residents and other stakeholders.
If you feel that you have the necessary abilities and the drive to make things happen, we want to hear from you.
Interviews are scheduled to be held on site at Hart District Council Offices
For further information regarding the post, please contact neil.hince@Hart.gov.uk.
Technical Assistant: Fly-Tipping Enforcement job description
Please apply by submitting a CV and Covering Letter (no more than two sides of A4 aligned to the person specification).
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IT Technical Apprentice
Salary: £23,656
Grade: A
Job reference: HR25/03
Hours per week: 37
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Type: Fixed term (18 months), Full Time
Closing Date: 12pm, 10 February 2025
Interviews: TBC
The job
Kickstart Your IT Career with Us!
Are you passionate about technology and eager to dive into the world of IT? Join our dynamic team as an IT Apprentice and unlock your potential!
What we offer:
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology
- Mentorship from IT professionals
- Competitive salary and benefits
Why choose us?
- Innovative projects that challenge and inspire
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities to make a real impact
The applicant
What we're looking for:
- Enthusiastic learners with a passion for IT
- Problem solvers and creative thinkers
- Team players with excellent communication skills
Ready to take the first step towards an exciting IT career? Apply now and be part of our tech-savvy team!
Interviews are scheduled to be held on site at Hart District Council Offices.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, contact Ashish Sundas, Senior IT Technical Officer, on ashish.sundas@hart.gov.uk
Please apply by submitting a CV and covering letter (no more than two sides of A4 aligned to the person specification).
Assistant Planner (Development Management)
Salary:£27,803 to £30,825
Grade: E
Job reference: HR25/02
Hours per week: 37
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Type: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: noon, 14 February 2025
Interviews: TBC
The job
Looking for a new challenge? A fantastic opportunity has come up in our Development Management Team for someone who already has some planning experience and wants to further their career.
Hart is a largely rural District in Hampshire and is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK. The Council works hard to make a positive contribution to the lives of its residents by delivering continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery. We are an ambitious authority seeking new ways of delivering services for residents that represent value for money. Planning is firmly at the heart of the Council’s vision to 2040 and we’re consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK.
We are looking for an assistant planner to join our busy and friendly Development Management team working on a varied caseload of householder and minor planning applications alongside enforcement investigations. We are currently supporting numerous staff with the RTPI Assessment of Professional Competence process to reach Chartered status and as part of our continuous investment in our staff, we have staff who have recently completed or are currently undertaking day-release courses to obtain a relevant RTPI-accredited Masters degree.
We're a small local authority with big ambition. We want to do things bigger, bolder, and better than we have before. Our Council is small enough for you to be able to see the direct impact and influence you can have through your day-to-day work and know the names of all your colleagues. You will also notice that you get to see the faces of our Senior Leadership and Chief Executives on a regular basis.
At Hart, we work together to shape the environment for the people in our district and we listen to suggestions and contributions from staff at all levels to improve the way we do this.
The work we have at Hart is diverse and challenging, you can develop your skills and work as part of a friendly and committed team. The Council has committed to becoming a carbon-neutral authority by 2035 and a carbon-neutral district by 2040. Hart has set out a dedicated Climate Change action plan.
The applicant
You will make a positive contribution to the our core values by being helpful, approachable, responsive and taking ownership of challenges and problems, whilst making customers feel welcome and cared for. The post will enable the successful candidate to broaden their existing experience through different application types and scale together with the involvement of a variety of projects. We are committed to improving our customer service standards and we are seeking planners who are positive and proactive and work well as part of a team.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Steph Baker, Development Management & Building Control Manager on 01252 774136 or stephanie.baker@hart.gov.uk
Assistant Planner (Development Management) job description
Please apply by submitting a CV and Covering Letter (no more than two sides of A4 aligned to the person specification).
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Planner (Development Management)
Salary:£35,816 - £38,294
Grade: G
Job reference: HR25/01
Hours per week: 37
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Type: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: noon, 14 February 2025
Interviews: TBC
The job
Looking for a new challenge? A fantastic opportunity has come up in our Development Management Team for someone who has already gained relevant experience in Development Management and would like to broaden their horizon.
Hart is a largely rural District in Hampshire and is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK. The Council works hard to make a positive contribution to the lives of its residents by delivering continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery. We are an ambitious authority seeking new ways of delivering services for residents that represent value for money. Planning is firmly at the heart of the Council’s vision to 2040 and we’re consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK.
We are looking for a planner to join our busy and friendly Development Management team working on a varied caseload of householder and minor planning applications. We are currently supporting numerous staff with the RTPI Assessment of Professional Competence process to reach Chartered status and as part of our continuous investment in our staff, we have staff who have recently completed or are currently undertaking day-release courses to obtain a relevant RTPI-accredited Masters degree.
We're a small local authority with big ambition. We want to do things bigger, bolder, and better than we have before. Our Council is small enough for you to be able to see the direct impact and influence you can have through your day-to-day work and know the names of all your colleagues. You will also notice that you get to see the faces of our Senior Leadership and Chief Executives on a regular basis.
At Hart, we work together to shape the environment for the people in our district and we listen to suggestions and contributions from staff at all levels to improve the way we do this.
The work we have at Hart is diverse and challenging, you can develop your skills and work as part of a friendly and committed team. The Council has committed to becoming a carbon-neutral authority by 2035 and a carbon-neutral district by 2040. Hart has set out a dedicated Climate Change action plan.
The applicant
You will make a positive contribution to the our core values by being helpful, approachable, responsive and taking ownership of challenges and problems, whilst making customers feel welcome and cared for. The post will enable the successful candidate to broaden their existing experience through different application types and scale together with the involvement of a variety of projects. We are committed to improving our customer service standards and we are seeking planners who are positive and proactive and work well as part of a team.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Steph Baker, Development Management & Building Control Manager on 01252 774136 or stephanie.baker@hart.gov.uk
Planner (Development Management) job description
Please apply by submitting a CV and Covering Letter (no more than two sides of A4 aligned to the person specification).
Recently closed vacancies
Environmental Health Team Leader (Food and Safety)
Salary: £50,335 to £52,332
Grade: K
Job reference: HR24/30
Hours per week: 37
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Type: Permanent
Closing Date: noon, 27 January 2025
Interview date: week commencing 3 February 2025
Environmental Health Team Leader (Food and Safety) job description
Countryside Ranger
Salary: £29,093 - £32,115
Grade: E
Job reference: HR24/27
Hours per week: 37
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Type: Permanent
Closing Date: noon, 27 January 2025
Interview date: TBC
Countryside Ranger job description
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