We are seeking an experienced and proactive Environmental Crime Officer to support our clients' Environmental Enforcement team based in the East Midlands in tackling fly-tipping across the borough on a part-time basis. This role will be focused on the investigation, evidence gathering, and enforcement of fly-tipping and associated environmental offences, contributing to the protection of public spaces and the local environment. Key Responsibilities: * Investigate reports of fly-tipping and associated environmental crimes within the borough. * Gather and preserve evidence in line with legislative requirements, including CCTV footage, witness statements, and physical evidence. * Issue Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs), Community Protection Notices (CPNs), and initiate prosecutions where appropriate. * Conduct interviews under caution in accordance with PACE (Police and Criminal Evidence Act). * Draft legal case files and liaise with legal services for prosecutions. * Carry out proactive patrols in known hotspot areas and support any targeted enforcement operations. * Liaise with internal teams (e.g. waste, street cleansing, legal) and external partners including police and community groups. * Maintain accurate records and input case data into council systems in a timely manner. * Provide advice and education to the public and businesses on lawful waste disposal. About You: * Proven experience in investigating and enforcing environmental crime, particularly fly-tipping. * Sound knowledge of environmental protection legislation (e.g. Environmental Protection Act 1990, Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005). * Experience issuing FPNs and preparing prosecution case files. * Confident in conducting interviews under caution and gathering admissible evidence. * Strong communication and report-writing skills. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. * Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits (if not provided by the council)