Senior Street Scene Enforcement Officer in Hailsham

Salary - £40,185 to £42,804 p.a. plus car allowance

Contract - permanent full time 37 hours p.w.

Location - Hailsham (East Sussex) / Hybrid

Are you looking to use your knowledge, skills and experience to help protect our environment? We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Street Scene Officer to lead 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, littering, dog fouling and other environmental crimes.

In addition, you will work with our Waste and Street Cleansing contractor and monitor the cleansing of our roads, footpaths, car parks, and beaches to ensure they meet the relevant standards. You will supervise officers, coordinate responses to service requests and complaints, and work closely with other contractors, partner agencies and residents.

What will you be doing?

• Manage the Street Scene Officers and work on the frontline, tackling fly‑tipping, abandoned vehicles, littering and other environmental crimes across the district as required under the Clean Neighborhoods and Environment Act 2005 (CNEA) legislation.
• Lead and oversee investigations into fly-tipping, and waste Duty of Care requirements in relation to management of waste (both domestic and commercial) including evidence gathering, interviews under caution where appropriate.
• Issue warnings or fixed penalty notices and where necessary, prepare cases for other enforcement action including prosecution.
• Manage the identification, investigation and statutory process for abandoned vehicles, liaising with removal contractors and the DVLA.
• Coordinate the safe and timely removal of dead animals from the public highway and other public land, ensuring compliance with welfare and health & safety requirements.
• Monitor and liaise 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 standards.
• Oversee enforcement and education activities relating to dog fouling, including patrols, fixed penalty notices, public engagement and hotspot monitoring.
• Design and deliver effective communications campaigns to help change behaviours and waste related crime including littering and fly tipping.
• Supervise and support Street Scene Officers, providing guidance, case reviews and performance management.
• Respond to sometimes complex Freedom of Information requests, enquiries, and complaints from residents, councillors and other stakeholders with professionalism and sensitivity.
• Work closely with Waste Management, Environmental Health, Housing Team, Police, neighbouring authorities, and external contractors to deliver joined‑up outcomes.
• Ensure accurate record keeping, reporting and use of case management systems.
• Contribute to service improvement, policy development and local environmental campaigns.

This is a varied, hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You’ll be out in the community one day and preparing case files or attending court the next – all while being part of a supportive, motivated team that takes real pride in getting results.

What do you need?

• Proven experience dealing with fly tipping, abandoned vehicles and environmental enforcement.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Environmental Protection Act 1990, Refuse Disposal Amenity Act 1978, Anti‑Social Behaviour legislation, etc.).
• Experience of supervising staff and leading complex cases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, contractors and partner agencies.
• Strong investigative, organisational and decision‑making skills.
• Full UK Driving licence.
• Calm and unflappable with the energy, drive, and determination to get the job done.

What do we offer?

• A friendly, supportive team and a range of opportunities for continuing Professional Development.
• Working for a great, forward thinking Local Authority.
• Working to a hybrid model with mix of home/office working.

If you would like to find out more information on this exciting role please contact Chris Bone, Head of Waste and Customer Services.

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