Job Description

Street Scene Enforcement and Education Officer - Basildon Borough Council
Braintree District Council
Permanent, Full Time
29,799 to 33,360 per annum inclusive of fringe
Location: Basildon
Closing Date: 13th July 2025
Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of on behalf of Basildon Borough Council. For more information, please apply
About Us: Basildon Borough Council is dedicated to maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe environment for all residents. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expect all employees to share this commitment.
Job Purpose: As a Street Scene Enforcement and Education Officer, you will investigate environmental crime, educate residents on waste and recycling services, and take action against perpetrators. Your role will involve dealing with issues such as untaxed and abandoned vehicles, fly-tipping, littering, and commercial waste offences
Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate environmental offences including fly-tipping, abandoned vehicles, and dog fouling.
• Interview victims, perpetrators, and witnesses of environmental offences.
• Issue fixed penalty notices for offences.
• Prepare prosecution files and provide evidence in court.
• Liaise with agencies like the Police, DVLA, and Environment Agency.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Provide high standards of customer care and maintain accurate records.

Requirements:

• Experience dealing with environmental offences within a local authority or similar environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage conflict and work within a team.
• Knowledge of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and other relevant legislation.
• Full manual driving license.
• Successful completion of a Police Community Safety Accredited training course whilst within role.
• Satisfactory enhanced DBS and Police vetting certificate.

In return we offer you an opportunity to be part of a team aiming to achieve excellence along with a benefit package that includes a pension scheme.
If you feel you have the necessary qualities it takes then we would like to hear from you. Please click here to see the Briefing Pack for this role and to .
If you would like to be part of Basildon success, we look forward to receiving your application.
Please see attached the and Person Specification.
***Please attach your CV and Covering letter detailing how you meet each of the requirements of the Person Specification, including providing suitable examples to support each of the competencies.
Please note:
Basildon Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults, and expects all employees, contractors and volunteers to share its commitment to prevent abuse, harm or exploitation.
The Council applies a robust recruitment vetting process. If you are successful you will need to undergo a Pre-employment Vetting Procedure. Please note, if you do not have access to a computer you could visit the Job Centre, Library or our own Customer Service Centre to .
Applicants with a hearing or speech impairment can contact us using the Text Relay Service. Dial 18001 followed by the full telephone number as above. Calls are charged at your telecommunications provider's standard rate.
If you have any queries regarding this or any of our roles, please contact Human Resources 01268 208242 or .
Please read the documents below before completing your Application Form as they contain important information about the recruitment process and the post advertised.
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Essex County Council