Outdoor Environmental Enforcement Team Leader

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE); Luton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Full uniform and training provided

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE) is seeking a Team Manager for Environmental Enforcement in Luton. You will lead a team of Enforcement Officers on outdoor patrols, ensure targets are met, and coach staff to maintain high standards of professionalism and compliance.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, interacting with local communities, and delivering training and briefings. A full-time permanent contract with weekends and occasional overtime is included.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or management experience in enforcement, security, or similar field.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Environmental Enforcement Officers on daily patrols.
• Monitor team performance and ensure targets are met.
• Provide on-the-ground support, guidance, and coaching to officers.
• Issue on-the-spot Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs).
• Handle escalated situations and support officers with complex interactions.
• Conduct patrols across town centres, high-footfall areas, and residential streets.
• Ensure enforcement activity is professional and compliant with procedures.
• Review reports, evidence, and documentation for accuracy.
• Liaise with senior management and council representatives.
• Deliver briefings, feedback sessions, and ongoing training to the team.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Driving licence (preferred)

Tools

Reporting tools

Job description

Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE) is seeking a Team Manager for Environmental Enforcement in Luton. You will lead a team of Enforcement Officers on outdoor patrols, ensure targets are met, and coach staff to maintain high standards of professionalism and compliance.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, interacting with local communities, and delivering training and briefings. A full-time permanent contract with weekends and occasional overtime is included.