Enforcement Field Support Officer

Salary:29064 - 31022 per annum

Hours per week:37 hours

Interview date:To be confirmed following shortlisting

Are you practical observant and passionate about protecting the environment Join our Environmental Crime Team as an Enforcement Field Support Officer and play a vital role in tackling fly-tipping and environmental offences across Wiltshire.

The Enforcement Team plays a vital role in delivering the councilsobjectivesand shaping publicperceptionthrough its direct impact on local communities. Working in partnership with organisations such as the Police Environment Agency courts community groups and internal services the team helps improve quality of life for Wiltshire residents.

This is a hands-on field-based role where no two days are the same youwill deploy and manage overt and covert surveillance cameras in line with legislation helping tomonitorhigh-risk locations and gather crucial evidence. Attending incident scenes youwill assess document and photograph environmental crime carrying out basic waste examinations toidentifyinvestigative leads.

Working closely with Enforcement Officers youwill support live investigations by securing evidencemaintainingaccuraterecords and producing clear reportsas well ascoordinatingthe clearance of waste liaising with contractors and partners to ensure swift and effective resolution.

Strong communicationskills are key as youwill engage with landowners businesses and partner agenciesoffering advice and helping to prevent further offences. Youwill also contribute to intelligence gathering by inputtingaccurate actionable information into council youare detail-oriented proactive and motivated to make a visible difference in local communities this is a fantastic opportunity to support enforcement activity and help keep Wiltshire clean and safe.

Why us

Wiltshire Council is a friendly welcoming place to work with a One Council ethos. Find out more about Our Identity staff networks and employee benefitshere.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace and customerfacing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion dignity trust and respect guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Peter White Enforcement Manager at

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Application criteria

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Application process

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