Environmental Enforcement Assistant

North East Lincolnshire Council; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

North East Lincolnshire Council is inviting applications for an Environmental Enforcement Assistant to join our Environmental Health & Housing team on a full-time permanent basis.

You will investigate environmental issues such as fly-tipping, waste offences and nuisances, carry out inspections, gather evidence, and work with residents, businesses and partner agencies to improve compliance and protect the local environment.

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with complaints, investigations or customer-facing situations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT skills and ability to maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Investigate environmental issues such as fly-tipping and nuisance.
• Carry out site inspections and gather evidence for enforcement.
• Engage with residents, businesses and partner agencies to improve compliance.

Skills

Investigations

Customer service

Communication

IT skills

Job description

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Salary NJC15 £30,024.00Pay award pending to £31,015.00

Basis Full time

Job profile for Environmental Enforcement Assistant

Environmental Enforcement Assistant

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Job details

Salary NJC15 £30,024.00Pay award pending to £31,015.00 Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Hours Fulltime, Permanent Job category/type Environmental Services Date posted 09/09/2026 Job reference NELC400000785 Attachments 5a. Environmental Enforcement Assistant RP.docx NELC Brochure 2026.pdf

Job description

Could you be the person who brings energy, drive, and real impact to our communities—tackling challenges head-on and making every day count?

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We are looking for a motivated and community-focused Environmental Enforcement Assistants to join our Environmental Health & Housing team on a full-time permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about protecting and improving the local environment, tackling environmental crime and nuisance, and making a visible difference to the communities ofNorth EastLincolnshire.

What will your day look like?

As an Environmental Enforcement Assistant, you will work at the heart of our communities investigating a wide range of environmental issues, including fly-tipping, waste offences, anti-social behaviour, dog fouling, stray dogs, abandoned vehicles, statutorynuisanceand other neighbourhood concerns.

You will carry out site inspections, gather evidence, support enforcement activity, engage with residents and businesses, and work alongside partner agencies to resolve problems and improve compliance. The role combines education,adviceand enforcement, requiring you tomaintainaccuraterecords, prepare reports and case files, and provide excellent customer service while supporting the Council's wider regulatoryobjectives.

Who are we looking for?

We'relooking for individuals who are confident,resilientand committed to delivering positive outcomes for local communities. You will have experience of dealing with complaints,investigationsor customer-facing situations, along with the ability to communicate effectively, manage conflict and build productive relationships with residents,businessesand partner organisations.

You should be organised, adaptable and comfortable working independently, using your initiative to solve problems and make informed decisions. Experience within an enforcement, regulatory or community-based role would beadvantageous, together with strong IT skills and an understanding of the importance of professionalism,confidentialityand fairness in public service.

Why join us?

This is an excellent opportunity to develop a rewarding career while making a tangible difference to the cleanliness,safetyand wellbeing of our neighbourhoods. In return,you'llenjoy a varied role where no two days are the same, opportunities for professional development and training, flexible and agile working arrangements, and the support of an experienced team committed to delivering high-quality services.

You’llbe part of an organisation that values integrity,collaborationand continuous improvement, helping to create cleaner,saferand more attractive communities for everyone.

Key Dates

Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026

We aim to interview candidates w/c 5th October

YourApplication

We reserve the right to close our adverts early if we have received a significant volume of suitable applications.

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Check out our NELC Benefits brochure attached for more information on the brilliant benefits available working atNorth EastLincolnshire Council!

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