Environmental Public Health Practitioner

Job Description

About UKHSAEnvironmental Public Health PractitionerSalary & Grade £29,160 - £35,612 Per annum HEO National Pay ScaleLocationBirminghamtype and term of contract: Permanent ContractFull TimeThe post holder, based within the dispersed chemical and environmental hazards team, will support the response to chemical & environmental hazard incidents and enquiries which threaten peoples health, through the provision of public health riskassessments. Such threats might involve chemical fires, chemical contamination of the environment, or the deliberate release of chemicals and poisons.The postholder will contribute to the development of evidence and provision of expert environmental public health advice, including public health responses to planning and environmental permit consultations.Location: This role will be based in BirminghamUKHSA offers hybrid working for its employeesAny opportunities for informal hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. This will be determined primarily by businessneeds and in line with departmental policies for flexible working.*Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*Working PatternFull Time, Part Time, Job Share, Flexible Working, Hybrid Working,Responsibilities section: As the Environmental Public Health Practitioner your main responsibilities will include:The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:In collaboration with others:

• Contribute to the UKHSA Emergency Preparedness Resilience and Response arrangements as a Category 1 responder by providing advice on both acute and chronic chemical and environmental hazard exposures
• Assist with carrying out dynamic risk assessments and critical analysis and interpret complex data, including translating scientific evidence and policy into practical applications
• Provide information to the public and stakeholders on environmental public health issues as appropriate
• Review environmental permit applications; health impact or environmental impact assessments or planning applications and provide advice on threats to public health
• Plan and carry out, with support, complex scientific studies of high quality to formulate robust evidence-based advice for environmental public health.
• Contribute to externally funded contract work and core research activities including critical analysis of data; collation of results; and development of recommendations or advice.
• Undertake or review risk assessments for the protection of members of the public from environmental media

The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.Essential Criteria:We are looking for an exceptional Environmental Public Health PractitionerIt is important through your CV and Statement of Suitability of 1250 words that you give evidence and examples of proven experience of each of the following criteria:Essential

• Relevant science Degree or equivalent qualifications or equivalent experience
• Analysis of scientific and technical data
• Ability to communicate technical and sensitive information effectively both orally and in writing at all levels from members of the public through to professionals, internally and externally to other organisations.
• Ability to observe and question when gathering information, disregarding irrelevant and identifying key issues
• Ability to assess complex situations and interpret detailed documents that may include guidance and legislation
• Ability to identify scientific issues and undertake comprehensive literature reviews.

Please see the full job description for the full list of essential and desirable criteriaWorking for the UKHSAFor more information on the UKHSA please visit: UK Health Security Agency - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)Benefits

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Range of health and wellbeing support

Any move to UKHSA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibilityat Childcare Choices | 30 Hours Free Childcare, Tax-Free Childcare and More | Help with Costs | GOV.UKSelection process detailsSTAGE 1 - APPLICATION & SIFT: You will be required to complete an application form. This will be assessed in line with the advertised essential criteriaplease do provide evidence of how you meet this.If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.STAGE 2INTERVIEW This competition will involve an interview by video or face to face at the East of England office.As part of the process, candidates will be invited to interview which will involve an in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the criteria set out in the Person Specification.As part of the process, candidates will be invited to interview which will involve an in-...