environmental health specialist

SEVENOAKS DISTRICT COUNCIL; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking a dedicated environmental enforcement officer. You will investigate environmental complaints including fly-tipping and unlawful mooring while maintaining detailed records. Applicants should have experience in investigation and enforcement, along with strong ICT skills. This role offers a hybrid working policy, generous leave, and support for wellbeing, making it an attractive opportunity for the right candidate.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Enhanced parental leave

Volunteering days

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on local services

Interest-free season ticket loans

Local Government Pension Scheme

Bicycle loan facilities

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental enforcement is preferred.
• Confident at gathering evidence and preparing case files.
• Ability to maintain accurate records under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints about fly-tipping and waste offences.
• Maintain detailed investigative records and prepare case files.
• Attend court as required.

Skills

Investigation and enforcement activities

Good ICT skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

As a member of our Environmental Enforcement team, you will be part of a small team that delivers a range of environmental enforcement functions across Kingston and Sutton. The role includes investigating complaints about fly tipping and other waste offences, identification and enforcement of abandoned vehicles, tackling unlawful mooring on the river Thames and using a range of measures to resolve complaints for our residents. This is not a uniformed officer role and you will not be expected to undertake patrols or issue penalties on the spot; instead you will be expected to keep detailed records as you use your skills to investigate allegations and determine the most appropriate enforcement action to secure resolution to issues.

We understand the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace but we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role. We reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints about fly‑tipping, waste offences, abandoned vehicles and unlawful mooring on the River Thames.
• Use a range of measures to resolve complaints for residents and maintain detailed investigative records.
• Prepare case files, gather evidence, take statements and attend court as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience of investigation and enforcement activities, preferably in environmental enforcement.
• Conversant with PACE and RIPA; confident at investigating offences, gathering evidence and preparing case files.
• Good ICT skills and ability to work independently under pressure while maintaining accurate records.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. We encourage applications from under‑represented groups and are a disability‑confident employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave entitlement of 25‑32 days plus bank holidays (pro‑rata if part‑time).
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.
• Three volunteering days per year in Kingston.
• Hybrid working policy (dependent on the role).
• Flexible and agile working arrangements.
• Learning and development portal offering a range of courses.
• Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres.
• Interest‑free season ticket loans.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Bicycle loan facilities and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Confidential health & wellbeing and counselling support.