Street Scene Officer in Hailsham

• Wealden District Council
• A forward-thinking authority with great opportunities
• Full Time
• Permanent
• Hailsham/ Hybrid
• Posted 6 days ago
• Closes: 2 August 2026

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Street Scene Officer to assist on priority environmental enforcement activities that directly impact the cleanliness, safety and appearance of our district.

This is a frontline, operational role with a strong focus on dealing with fly‑tipping, abandoned vehicles, dog fouling and other environmental crimes.

You will work with our Waste and Street Cleansing contractor and monitor the cleansing of adopted highways and footpaths to ensure they meet the relevant standard.

Coordinate responses to service requests and complaints, and work closely with other contractors, partner agencies and residents.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Street Scene Officer & Waste and Street Scene Manager, tackling fly‑tipping, abandoned vehicles, littering and other environmental crimes across the district as required under the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 (CNEA).
• Investigate fly tips and obtain photographic evidence in preparation for enforcement action.
• Undertake investigations into fly‑tipping, waste Duty of Care in relation to management of waste (both domestic and commercial) including evidence gathering, interviews under caution where appropriate, and case preparation for enforcement action or prosecution.
• Investigate reports of abandoned vehicles and update the council’s dedicated abandoned vehicle system to progress case including writing out to registered keepers.
• Coordinate the safe and timely removal of dead animals from public highways and other public land, ensuring compliance with welfare and health & safety requirements.
• Be responsible for monitoring and liaising with our waste and street cleansing contractor, overseeing the provision and emptying of dog and litter bins within the district as well as monitoring the cleanliness of roads and footpaths to ensure they meet the COPLAR standard.
• Assist in enforcement and education activities relating to dog fouling, including undertaking patrols, public engagement and hotspot monitoring, and where necessary issuing fixed penalty notices.
• Work closely with various council departments (Waste Management, Environmental Health, Housing etc.) and external organisations such as the Police to deliver joined‑up outcomes.
• Assist with deliveries/collections of litter‑picking equipment or waste containers as requested by Waste Management.
• Undertake assessments or minor repairs of dog or litter bins (if reported as damaged) and report to the Senior Street Scene Officer any that require replacement.
• Ensure accurate record keeping, reporting and use of case management systems.
• Contribute to service improvement, policy development and local environmental campaigns.

Qualifications

• Proven experience dealing with fly tipping, abandoned vehicles and environmental enforcement.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (Environmental Protection Act 1990, Refuse Disposal Amenity Act 1978, Anti‑Social Behaviour legislation).
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, contractors and partner agencies.
• Strong investigative, organisational and decision‑making skills.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Incremental progression subject to satisfactory performance.
• A friendly, supportive team.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Hybrid working.
• Additional Information
• For more information and an informal chat about opportunities please contact Clive Newman,

Clive Newman@wealden. gov. uk .

EEO Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment.

All applications will be treated on merit.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Ethical Use of AI in Applications

We welcome innovation and do not automatically exclude candidates who use AI tools during the application process.

However, we assess each application to ensure the candidate genuinely understands the role and its requirements.

AI may be used responsibly, but applicants must present their own skills and experience without external assistance unless explicitly instructed.

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