VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitmentof an Enforcement Officer to join their team based in Newtownabbey.
What's in it for you?
- Hourly rate of £17.45
- 10% working allowance, giving an hourly rate of £19.20
- A combination of enforcement, investigation, public engagement and environmental protection
About your next employer
You’ll be joining a local authority's Environmental Health service, helping deliver initiatives that protect the environment and maintain clean, safe and attractive public spaces.
About you
- A minimum of five GCSEs, including English Language at grades A-C, or equivalent. Candidates without these qualifications may be considered with at least one year of relevant experience.
- At least six months' relevant experience, including report preparation and dealing with members of the public.
- Competent in using IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work independently, use initiative and meet deadlines.
- Willingness and ability to attend court and give evidence when required.
- A working knowledge of current legislation relevant to the role.
- A full current driving licence, or suitable alternative transport arrangements where a disability prevents driving.
- Flexibility to work shifts that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
- Experience enforcing legislation, giving evidence in court or working professionally with dogs would be advantageous.
What you'll do
- Investigate complaints relating to littering, fly-tipping, dog fouling, stray dogs and other environmental offences.
- Carry out patrols to identify and prevent offences, issuing fixed penalty notices or supporting legal proceedings where appropriate.
- Investigate dog control issues, including unlicensed dogs, dog attacks and straying, while providing advice to owners and members of the public.
- Undertake inspections relating to smoke-free premises and animal welfare, including breeding establishments.
- Investigate abandoned vehicles and assist with their removal where required.
- Prepare reports, maintain accurate records, gather evidence and assist with prosecution cases, including attending court.
- Support environmental awareness campaigns and community engagement activities covering responsible dog ownership, litter prevention and fly-tipping.
- Respond to urgent dog control incidents through a rotational out-of-hours on-call service.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, partner organisations and members of the public to deliver an effective, customer-focused service.
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Enforcement Officer - Newtownabbey employer: VANRATH
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