We are seeking an experienced and proactive Environmental Crime Officer to support our clients' Environmental Enforcement team based in the East Midlandsin tackling fly-tipping across the borough. 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.
Person Specification:
Essential:
* 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).
Desirable:
* Previous experience in a local authority enforcement role.
* Knowledge of GDPR and data handling protocols.
* Experience using enforcement or case management software.
For further information, call us on 02080363499 oremail ricky@sharperconsultingservices.co.uk
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