Technical Officer for Emission Control | Technische Sachbearbeitung für den Immissionsschutz

Region Hannover Gebietskörperschaft

Hannover, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Mar 16, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Technical Officer for Emission Control at the Hannover Region administration, you will play a vital role in environmental protection and public health. Your daily responsibilities involve processing technical matters in notification and permit procedures according to the Federal Emission Control Act (BImSchG). You will focus on facilities such as wind turbines, livestock farms, and large-scale shooting ranges. A significant part of the role includes reviewing and evaluating expert reports on noise, odor, ammonia, and other pollutant emissions, as well as performing your own dispersion calculations. You will also conduct monitoring tasks and provide technical statements for urban planning and building permit procedures. This position is particularly attractive for those seeking stability in the public sector (TVöD E12) with a strong emphasis on work-life balance, offering flexible working hours, home office options, and comprehensive family support services. The role combines office-based technical analysis with active field service, ensuring environmental regulations are enforced across the region.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Bachelor/Diploma) in Environmental Technology, Environmental Engineering, or a comparable field of study.

Experience

  • Many years of professional experience required, ideally in plant-related emission control
  • Extensive knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and technical rules (specifically BImSchG)
  • Experience in evaluating technical expert reports and conducting dispersion calculations
  • Experience in administrative or regulatory approval processes

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Valid Class B (car) driver's license required. Must be willing to work flexible hours including occasional nights and weekends for field service. Physical fitness is required as the role involves accessing difficult, unpaved terrain on foot. German work permit required for public sector employment.