Environmental and Health Protection Inspector with a Focus on Environmental Protection

Östersund Municipality is seeking an engaged and knowledgeable Environmental and Health Protection Inspector with a focus on environmental protection. With a focus on a sustainable society, we work to develop Östersund Municipality. Here, you will play a central role in creating an attractive environment for our residents. We have a strong community and value collaboration, focusing on employee well-being and professional development. You will be part of a team of 15 people who together plan, develop, and implement supervision work for good health and environment. We offer you an inspiring and learning workplace where you have good opportunities to develop within your professional role and collaborate with positive and engaged colleagues, both new and more experienced.

Job Responsibilities

In the role of Environmental Protection Inspector, your main tasks will be processing and supervision of environmentally hazardous activities. Your work will play a central role in environmental protection in the municipality and contribute to creating safe and healthy environments. The work includes:

• Processing cases according to the Environmental Code, such as notifications of environmentally hazardous activities, notification/permit cases within water protection areas, etc.
• Conducting supervision of environmentally hazardous activities.
• Collaborating with other authorities and stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Providing advice and information to entrepreneurs and the public.

The department continuously works with business development, which means that ideas for efficiencies and improvements are continuously requested and implemented. The work also involves active participation in business planning, which requires engagement and good environmental monitoring. The working method provides good opportunities to influence the implementation of supervision.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with experience in processing and supervision work within the area of the Environmental Code. You have:

• A university degree in environmental science/biology/water or equivalent.
• Experience in supervision and processing within the area of the Environmental Code.
• Good knowledge of the Environmental Code and its accompanying regulations.
• Experience in supervision of permit-required activities (A and B) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of administrative law.
• Good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Strong emphasis on service and collaboration.

You are meticulous, structured, and analytical, with the ability to work independently on complex cases. You enjoy collaborating and communicate clearly with various stakeholders, always aiming to achieve the best possible solutions for the environment and society.

A driving license (B) is required – we have a car pool. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. The position is a permanent full-time employment with a start date according to agreement.

We are looking for you

At Östersund Municipality, we highly value community and collaboration. We constantly strive to create a stable work environment focusing on employee well-being and professional development. Our work environment is characterized by a supportive and quality-conscious work climate, where we work together to achieve long-term goals.

If you want to influence the future by shaping a sustainable and healthy environment for our citizens, do not hesitate to apply. Become a part of our dedicated team where your contributions make a difference.

Recruitment Process

Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis. We ask that you attach your CV and cover letter with your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent with the application. We will ask you to provide them if you are invited for an interview.

Östersund Municipality has considered the choice of advertising channels before advertising and therefore requests no calls from recruitment firms and advertising sellers.

What do we offer?

Östersund Municipality offers benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation exchange, wellness grants, or wellness hours. Through our benefits portal, you can access independent pension advice and a variety of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Personnel Support service. You can read more about our benefits on our website: Östersund Municipality Benefits (https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html).

About the Community Building Administration

Join us in developing important community functions for both our citizens and the municipality's operations. We in community building contribute to developing the physical environment to make our municipality an attractive place to visit, live, and work. Here we work with planning and building, climate, environment and health, as well as land surveying and geodata.