Environmental Support & Enforcement Officer

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Location: North Lincolnshire Council

Pay: £12:50 per hour

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, including weekends

About Us:

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE) is a leading provider working with Local Authorities to combat issues like fly-tipping, littering, and dog fouling. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and extensive industry experience, WISE is dedicated to maintaining clean and safe boroughs.

Role Overview:

As an Enforcement Officer, you'll patrol the borough, engage with the community, educate on environmental issues, and enforce legislation by issuing Fixed Penalty Notices when necessary.

Key Responsibilities for the Enforcement Officer:

1. Patrolling: Follow an agreed deployment strategy to patrol the borough.
2. Investigating: Address complaints from the community and report findings to your Team Manager.
3. Educating: Raise awareness about environmental crime and the importance of community participation in keeping the borough clean.
4. Enforcing: Interact with offenders and issue Fixed Penalty Notices for relevant offences.
5. Learning: Stay well-versed in legislation through our bespoke Enviro Crime Induction Course.
6. Documenting: Maintain thorough notebook entries and witness statements for each issuance.

Ideal Candidate for Enforcement Officer:

1. Effective Communicator: Comfortable engaging with the public, even in challenging situations.
2. Team Player: Able to work independently and as part of a team.
3. Physically Fit: Capable of prolonged foot patrols in all weather conditions.
4. Detail-Oriented: Clear and concise in writing reports.
5. Proactive: Able to use initiative in carrying out duties.
6. Trained: Willing to complete our Enviro Crime Induction Course and demonstrate competence in independent patrols.

Additional Information for the Enforcement Officer:

1. Schedule: 5-day work pattern, Monday to Sunday, between 8am-6pm.
2. Benefits: Company pension, 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).

Requirements for the Enforcement Officer role:

1. Driving Licence: Preferred
2. Screening: All successful candidates will undergo vetting. Cooperation during the screening process is crucial.