Environmental Enforcement Officer (17150c)

Kingdom Services Group Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is looking for an Environmental Enforcement Officer in Reading. This role is essential for maintaining public health and safety by enforcing environmental laws. Responsibilities include investigating environmental violations, issuing penalties, and collaborating with local authorities. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £12.80 per hour, flexible working hours, and additional benefits such as Hastee Pay and holiday pay.

Benefits

Hastee Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Experience in enforcing environmental regulations and local by-laws.
• Ability to patrol assigned areas and detect violations.
• Capability to conduct investigations and gather evidence.

Responsibilities

• Enforce environmental laws and regulations related to littering and waste management.
• Issue fines and citations for environmental law violations.
• Report findings and collaborate with legal teams for prosecutions.

Skills

Environmental law enforcement

Investigation skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Recognition in environmental awareness

Job description

Company

Kingdom Local Authority Support (Kingdom).

Location

Reading Area RG2

Hours

On average 40-50 hours per week, shifts as per site rota. 5 sett days out of 7. 07 : 00am - 15 : 00pm.

Pay Rate

£12.80 per hour.

About Kingdom

Kingdom is the leading supplier to Local Authorities, providing services to combat environmental crime, including littering, fly-tipping, business waste compliance, and anti-social behaviour.

We offer accredited CPD training, career development plans, and aim to make the UK cleaner, safer, and greener.

What the role is

The Environmental Enforcement Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining public health, safety, and environmental standards by enforcing environmental laws and regulations.

This position involves investigating environmental violations, issuing warnings, fines, or citations, and educating the public about environmental responsibilities.

The officer will work closely with local authorities, businesses, and residents to promote compliance and help reduce environmental crimes such as littering, fly-tipping, and pollution.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Law Enforcement

• Enforce environmental regulations and local by-laws relating to littering, fly-tipping, graffiti, waste management, noise pollution, and other environmental concerns.
• Patrol assigned areas to detect violations and ensure compliance with environmental laws.
• Investigate reports of environmental offenses from the public and respond promptly to complaints.

Issuing Fines and Notices

• Issue fixed penalty notices (FPNs) and citations to individuals or businesses for non-compliance with environmental laws.
• Prepare and serve legal documents, including warning notices and fines, in accordance with local laws.
• Conduct follow-up visits to ensure compliance with issued notices and take further action if necessary.

Investigation and Reporting

• Investigate environmental offenses such as illegal dumping, abandoned vehicles, and unlawful waste disposal by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing case files.
• Use surveillance equipment, including cameras, to monitor and collect evidence of environmental crimes.
• Report findings to senior management and collaborate with legal teams to pursue prosecutions when necessary.

Court Proceedings and Legal Support

• Prepare case files for prosecution, including collecting evidence, photographs, and witness statements.
• Attend court proceedings and present evidence as required to support legal action against environmental offenders.

Communication

Express information clearly and concisely to ensure understanding.

Flexibility

Adapt to change and work effectively in various situations and weather conditions.

Learning and Development

Participate in our training course to gain insight into daily duties, current legislation, communication, and interaction aspects of the role, earning a recognized qualification in environmental awareness.

Benefits

• Eligible for SSP / SMP.
• Hastee Pay.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Holiday pay.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about the environment and supporting the local community, apply now to be part of the Kingdom family.

You will receive a contract of employment from your employer separately.

You will receive your pay weekly on a Friday from HIVE 360 Payroll Services Provider.

You will not be working for Kingdom Service Group directly, although will have the opportunity to request your temporary agreement to be transferred to a Kingdom Contract in the future.