At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team tackling environmental crime and ensure high performance standards.
- Company: Join Luton Borough Council's Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement team.
- Benefits: Earn £15.00 per hour, enjoy 28 days leave, and access career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for overtime and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience in management or enforcement, strong leadership, and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
Location: Luton Borough Council
Pay rate: £15.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time, 50 hours per week (including occasional weekends)
About The Role
We’re recruiting a confident and experienced individual to join our team as a Team Manager within Environmental Enforcement. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will oversee a team of Enforcement Officers, ensuring high standards of performance, professionalism, and compliance while maintaining a visible presence on the ground. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading from the front, supporting a team in a fast-paced outdoor environment, and making a direct impact on local communities.
About Us
Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE) works in partnership with Local Authorities across the UK to tackle environmental crime, including littering, fly-tipping, dog fouling and duty of care offences. Using industry expertise, trained officers and modern technology, we deliver visible, fair and effective enforcement that helps keep boroughs clean and safe.
A Day in the Life
- Leading and managing a team of Environmental Enforcement Officers on daily patrols
- Monitoring team performance and ensuring targets are met
- Providing on-the-ground support, guidance, and coaching to officers
- Issuing on the spot Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs)
- Handling escalated situations and supporting officers with complex interactions
- Conducting patrols across town centres, high-footfall areas, and residential streets
- Ensuring all enforcement activity is carried out professionally and in line with procedures
- Reviewing reports, evidence, and documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Liaising with senior management and council representatives
- Delivering briefings, feedback sessions, and ongoing training to the team
You will spend a significant portion of your time outdoors, supporting your team and maintaining a strong operational presence.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in a supervisory or management role (ideally in enforcement, security, or a similar field)
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident handling challenging situations and resolving conflict
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Competent IT skills (reporting and performance tracking)
- Proactive, reliable, and professional at all times
- A full driving licence is preferred
What We Offer
- £15.00 per hour, full-time permanent contract
- 50 hours per week, Monday-Sunday shifts
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Pension scheme
- Full uniform and training provided
- Overtime opportunities
- Career progression and development opportunities
Environmental Support & Enforcement Team Manager in Luton employer: Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE)
At Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE), we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values community engagement and environmental stewardship. Our team in Bexleyheath enjoys a supportive work culture, with opportunities for professional growth through training and development, all while working outdoors in a role that makes a tangible difference. With competitive pay, generous leave, and a commitment to employee well-being, WISE is the ideal place for those looking to contribute positively to their community.
Contact Details:
Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement (WISE) Recruitment Team
