Job description
Full Time, Fixed Term until 31st March 2026.
Do you want to be part of an innovative front-line team working with different communities to make Bristol a safer and cleaner place? Are you motivated to really make a difference to people’s lives tackling such things as environmental crime? If the answer is yes you may be the right one to join the expanding Neighbourhood Enforcement Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team that is being setup to tackle fly-tipping in Bristol.
Your background may not be in enforcement, but you will have an ability to understand and apply legislation, to gather evidence in support of investigations, and be willing to work in potentially confrontational and challenging circumstances.
Neighbourhood Enforcement works closely with other council teams in particular Housing, Clean Streets as well as others in the community such as the police, business, citizens groups and the council’s environment enforcement contractor.
You will have plenty of opportunity for shadowing colleagues, for learning and development and will be part of a supportive team.
You will:
1. Investigate fly-tipping and taking appropriate action which could include the issuing of Fixed Penalty Notices and/or collating evidence to form the basis of a prosecution.
2. Issue notices for non-compliance with environmental legislation.
3. Undertake checks of commercial premises to ensure compliance with legislation regarding waste management.
Please note that the role will also sometimes involve working early mornings, evenings and some weekends.
Why Bristol City Council?
At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.
Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.