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Region / Division:
UK Region
Directorate:
Place and Regeneration
Overview
The Environmental Enforcement Team (EET) are recruiting an Environmental Enforcement Officer (EEO). The team is based at Stakeford Depot, Choppington, NE62 5TR and forms part of the broader Environmental Enforcement Team (EET), comprising the Animal Welfare Team and Pest Control Team within Neighborhood Services, delivering services such as waste and recycling and parks and green spaces.
With 8 staff, the EET’s area of responsibility includes fly tipping, abandoned vehicles, accumulations, graffiti, duty of care investigations as well as dog fouling and litter enforcement. The role reports to the Senior Environmental Enforcement Officer and involves working independently as well as liaising closely with residents, Elected Members, Town and Parish Councils, the Council’s legal team and other members of the EET.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in investigation and enforcement, including patrolling, PACE interviewing, complaint investigation, case management and the preparation of prosecution files. Experience of relevant environmental legislation would be an advantage. This is a fast-paced environment with a focus on outcomes for residents and a highly varied workload reflecting the mixed urban and rural character of the County.
Responsibilities
- Patrolling and enforcement related to environmental offences (e.g., fly tipping, dog fouling, littering, abandoned vehicles).
- Conducting complaint investigations, PACE interviews, and case management.
- Preparing prosecution files and coordinating with the Council’s legal team as required.
- Engaging with residents and stakeholders to promote compliance and address environmental concerns.
- Maintaining accurate records and reports of enforcement activities.
Requirements of the Job
- Good standard of literacy, numeracy and basic IT skills.
- Knowledge and experience of enforcement procedures including patrolling, complaint investigation, PACE interviewing, case management and court file preparation.
- Excellent communication and customer handling skills.
- Full driving licence.
Benefits
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees).
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave per month (pro rata for part-time employees).
For more information about working for NCC, please visit the council website. We are an equal opportunities employer and operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to check essential requirements of the post. If you require an alternative application format due to a disability, please see the alternative methods below.
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