Jobs, fresher vacancy - Environment Enforcement Officer • UK

Company: Brackenberry

UK

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Southwark to assist with the appointment of an Environment Enforcement Officer , on a 2.5-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay: £18.11 - £23.88 per hour Summary: The Environmental Enforcement Officer plays a critical role in maintaining and improving the borough's environment by addressing enviro-crime through education, engagement, and enforcement. This experienced officer will lead investigations and enforcement actions relating to a range of offences, including commercial waste handling, fly-tipping, noise nuisances, dog fouling, illegal vehicle trading, graffiti, fly-posting, and other environmental crimes under the Environmental Protection Act (EPA) and related legislation. The post requires an assertive, knowledgeable, and community-minded individual capable of proactive patrolling, managing complex investigations, collaborating with partners, and improving environmental outcomes. Responsibilities: Conduct both proactive and reactive patrols, including weekends and evenings, to monitor and enforce environmental compliance.Respond to service requests and taskings in line with operational priorities.Gather and present evidence to support enforcement actions including prosecutions and court proceedings.Issue Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs), Community Protection Notices (CPNs), and statutory notices as appropriate.Liaise with internal departments and external partners (e.g. Police, HMRC, London Fire Brigade) to support coordinated enforcement and problem-solving initiatives. Qualifications: Minimum Level 2 educational attainment (e.g. GCSEs); further qualifications in environmental enforcement, regulatory services or public protection desirable. Legal Knowledge:In-depth understanding and experience of EPA 1990 and other relevant legislation (e.g. Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act, Control of Pollution Act). Requirements:Proven experience conducting enforcement in a local authority or similar regulatory setting.Experience investigating and acting on breaches of environmental law.Familiarity with urban, multi-cultural environments and community engagement.Experience presenting evidence in court or at tribunal.Track record of achieving enforcement and service outcomes Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.You should have right to work in U.K Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service. #RQ1536665