At a Glance
- Tasks: Patrol and enforce parking regulations to keep communities safe and accessible.
- Company: Join a supportive council team dedicated to community safety.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, health support, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Full training provided; flexible working options available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying outdoor work.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a commitment to community service.
The predicted salary is between 14.78 - 16.54 £ per hour.
We adopt an ‘anonymous recruitment’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made. We are committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
About the vacancy
- Contract type: Permanent Full Time
- Location: Carmarthen
- Grade: Grade E +8%
- Hourly Rate: £14.78 - £16.54
- Contract Hours: 37 hrs
Come and join our team. We’re looking for a motivated, community‑focused individual to join our team as a Civil Enforcement Officer, helping us keep Carmarthenshire’s streets, towns and communities safe, accessible and well‑managed. As a Civil Enforcement Officer, you’ll play a vital frontline role supporting the Council’s parking service. You’ll patrol on‑street and off‑street parking areas, provide advice to the public, and ensure parking regulations are followed to keep traffic moving and protect access for residents, businesses and visitors.
What you’ll be doing:
- Patrolling designated areas across the county
- Issuing Penalty Charge Notices where parking regulations are breached
- Supporting road safety and reducing congestion
- Providing helpful, professional advice to motorists and members of the public
- Reporting defects, obstructions and issues affecting the highway
- Working closely with colleagues across Highways, Transport and Enforcement
What we’re looking for:
- Excellent communication and customer‑service skills
- Confidence to work independently and outdoors in all weather
- A fair, calm and professional approach to sometimes challenging situations
- Good attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures
- A commitment to supporting safe, accessible communities
What we offer:
- Full training and uniform
- Supportive team environment
- A role that makes a visible difference in local communities
If you’re someone who enjoys being out and about, takes pride in helping people, and wants a role with real purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information about the role of a Civil Enforcement Officer or to discuss the position, please contact Mike Jacob, Highway Network Services Manager at mjacob@carmarthenshire.gov.uk.
A Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. Level 3 - You will need a good level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
Closing Date: 26/07/2026, 23:55
The Rewards:
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing additional annual leave
- Access to staff health and wellbeing support
- Personal development and career progression
- Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
Additional Information: We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations.
Please note, if you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.
How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for ‘Recruitment’ to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.
Please see the ‘How we Recruit’ guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.
Civil Enforcement Officer in Carmarthen employer: Delta Wellbeing Ltd
Delta Wellbeing Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values enthusiasm and dedication. Located in the vibrant heart of Carmarthen, employees benefit from diverse opportunities for career progression while contributing to vital financial services in the public sector.
