Job Description

Job Title:

Environmental Planner (Developmental)

PP-SRS-GRD:

S-XXXX-11/12

Location:

RAF Lakenheath

Vacancy Number:

062576

Open Date:

15 December 2025

Close Date:

02 January 2026

Work Hours Per Week:

37.5

Salary (Per Hour):

20.79 - 31.45

Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Environmental Planners at the 48th Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath , United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

This is a developmental Environmental Planner position designed to cultivate a well-rounded professional capable of navigating the complexities of Environmental Planning within the Air Force. Under the mentor-ship of a senior Environmental Professional, you will manage, execute, and operate assigned program elements while actively participating in a formal training and development plan.

Responsibilities include managing environmental projects (both in-house and contracted) to ensure compliance with federal and local regulations, implementing short-term goals to support the management plan, and providing expert advice on environmental issues. You will also be responsible for coordinating environmental training programs for the installation. The target grade for this position is S-12, contingent upon meeting all regulatory training requirements

For more information on the qualifications requirement for this position, visit:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Occupational-Series

Community Planner (Environmental) S-0020-11

Biological Scientist (Environmental) S-0401-11

General Engineer (Environmental) S-0801-11

Environmental Engineer S-0819-11

Physical Scientist (Environmental) S-1301-11

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is

20.79 per hour

Holiday:

25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Employee extras such as:

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Overview of our mission

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

As the U.S. Air Forces in Europe's only fourth and fifth-generation fighter wing, RAF Lakenheath brings unique air combat capabilities to the fight, such as the most advanced Joint Direct Attack Munitions used by the F-35A & F-15E. RAF Lakenheath provides all-weather, day or night air superiority and air-to-ground precision combat capability and multi-staged improvement program avionics. Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, is located 70 miles northeast of London and 25 miles northeast of Cambridge. The Liberty Wing consists of more than 4,000 military members, over 1,500 British and U.S. civilians and includes a geographically separated unit at nearby RAF Feltwell. RAF Lakenheath is the largest U.S. Air Force-operated base in England and the only U.S. Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) F-35/F-15 fighter wing. Historically, the 48th FW has been the foundation of USAFE's combat capability and remains so today. The Liberty Wing led the El Dorado Canyon raids into Libya in 1986 and was the first F-111 fighter unit to deploy to the Gulf during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The Liberty Wing also anchored NATO forces during Operations Deliberate Force and Allied Force. Since September 11, 2001, the 48th FW has played a key role in antiterrorism operations, flying combat missions and providing combat support in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.

What are the Key Skills required for this role?

1. Knowledge of professional environmental principles, practices, techniques, and procedures to effectively perform project development, execution, training, and advisory services in assigned projects.

2. Knowledge to troubleshoot environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects or program(s).

3. Knowledge of applicable Federal and local laws, regulations, integration principles and practices, and other guidance to make decisions and recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices; and health, safety, and security practices.

4. Skill to integrate an interdisciplinary team of professionals to include attorneys, public health specialists, public affairs specialists, biological scientists, environmental engineers, physical scientists, general engineers, community planners, regulators, other governmental officials, and community groups.

5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, and establish effective working relationships with others.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.

2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.

3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period.

4. Overtime may be required.

5. You may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

6. You must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

7. Your work hours will be 37.5 hours per week on a fixed schedule (Mon-Fri 08.00-16.30) where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization's flexible working policies.

8. This position is designated a Non-Critical APDP position. Category: Facilities Engineering S-13 and below: Level II. This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet, or be capable of meeting Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act certification requirements applicable to the career category designated on the position description within 24 months of assignment. This position also requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 Continuous Learning points every 24 months.

9. The work requires you to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, UK valid driver's license (Category B) is required for the position.

10. You may be required to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Force during exercises or in the event of an actual emergency.

11. You may be required to obtain job-related certifications.

12. You must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position; UK NATO required.

13. The Local National Direct Hire (LNDH) Program does not participate in regular drug testing; however, positions covered by this document may be subject to drug testing upon reasonable suspicion of substance abuse, and safety mishap or accident testing.

NOTE:

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

Application:

https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/HiHn37upJw

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to

100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,540.50-61,327.50 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person