Frontline Environmental Enforcement Officer Foot Patrol

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave (including bank)

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

Training provided

Overtime opportunities

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE) is seeking Environmental Enforcement Officers to patrol Bedford on foot, identify environmental offences and issue Fixed Penalty Notices to members of the public.

This outdoor role suits those who enjoy working independently and making a visible difference in local communities, with a focus on safety and professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and a professional manner.
• Resilience and the ability to handle challenging conversations calmly.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic IT skills including report writing.
• Reliable, proactive and detail-focused.
• Ability to work independently and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Starting your day on foot patrol across town centres, residential streets and busy areas.
• Observe behaviour, identify offences such as littering and fly-tipping, and document evidence.
• Approach offenders confidently to explain offences and issue Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs).
• Educate the public on environmental responsibilities and safety.
• Record evidence and write reports using provided systems.
• Work independently within an enforcement team and under management guidance.

Skills

Strong communication

Resilience

Outdoor work

Basic IT skills

Independent working

Driving licence (preferred)

Job description

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE) is seeking Environmental Enforcement Officers to patrol Bedford on foot, identify environmental offences and issue Fixed Penalty Notices to members of the public.

This outdoor role suits those who enjoy working independently and making a visible difference in local communities, with a focus on safety and professionalism in all interactions.