Environmental Enforcement Officer

Are you an experienced Environmental Health or Environmental Enforcement professional looking for your next opportunity? We are working with a Local Authority in Hertfordshire who are looking for an adaptable and proactive officer to join their busy Environmental Health team on a short-term contract. This is a particularly flexible and varied role, suited to someone who enjoys working across different areas of environmental regulation and enforcement. The team operates across a broad range of duties, so candidates from either an Environmental Health Officer or Environmental Crime/Enforcement background will be considered. The council is keen to find someone versatile who can turn their hand to a variety of investigations, complaints and enforcement activities as required. Key responsibilities Investigating and responding to a wide range of environmental complaints from residents and businesses. Tackling environmental crime, including fly-tipping, littering and associated offences. Issuing Fixed Penalty Notices and undertaking enforcement action where appropriate. Supporting general Environmental Health functions, including public health concerns, drainage, waste and refuse complaints, pest investigations and statutory nuisance. Carrying out site visits, insepctions and proactive enforcement activity throughout the district. Working closely with residents, businesses and other council departments to resolve environmental issues. Providing flexible support across the wider team, responding to changing priorities and operational requirements.About you Previous experience working within a Local Authority Environmental Health or Environmental Crime/Enforcement team. Experience using Uniform and IDOX software systems. Strong investigarion, regulatory and enforcement skiills. Confidence dealing with members of the public, business and a variety of environmental issues. Flexibility to undertake district-wide site visits. Environmental enforcement or wider regulatory experience.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied workload and wants to work within a flexible, multi-skilled team where no two days are necessarily the same. The council is open-minded about candidates' backgrounds and is particularly interested in officers who are adaptable, hands-on and happy to support across a broad range of duties. Ready for a new challenge where you can learn, develop and make a difference? Apply using the button below, contact me on (url removed) or (phone number removed) for more information. Alternatively, connect with me and reach out on LinkedIn. If this opportunity isn't quite right for you, please still get in touch to hear about other opportunities or discuss the market