Waste Enforcement Officer

This is an exciting time to join the Climate, Sustainability & Environment Team and play a key role in making Hackney cleaner, safer and greener. As a Waste Enforcement Officer you will be working between our Millfields Depot and the Hackney Service Centre, working to tackle unregulated waste from commercial properties. This includes waste placed on the street outside of time bands, overproduction of waste against quantities set out in a businesses waste contract and also dealing with any waste placed out that is not covered by a waste contract, in accordance with the Duty of Care Regulations relating to commercial waste.

In this front-line enforcement role the post holder will support the Behaviour Change and Enforcement Manager in investigating waste offences, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, perpetrators and complainants, producing letters and notices, keeping enforcement records up to date and preparing cases for prosecution. They will also assist and mentor Behaviour Change Officers with residential and commercial waste issues by helping them with complex cases and their more senior tasks.

You will bring experience to the role having previously held a similar position (s) in a team with an enforcement remit. You’ll be a self-starter, able to work to your own initiative whilst following policy and procedures, and able to prioritise a busy caseload to achieve goals. We are also looking for a proven team player, prepared to go that extra mile to support colleagues and to foster safe practices and productive working relationships. You’ll be able to communicate with residents, colleagues and member’s with sensitivity and political awareness, whilst applying legislation and policy with a firm hand.

The role will involve action days and joint operations with other teams and so the successful candidate must be willing to work outside in all conditions, occasionally work out-of-hours (including weekends), and be able to cope with the physical demands of investigating waste and travelling around the borough on foot. The successful candidate must also hold a driving licence and be prepared to drive the work vehicle. It is expected that you will work in the depot / office four days per week with some flexibility based on workload.

There is no better place to work in London than Hackney; we have great pride in our borough, our communities, and our services. Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. It’s one of the most sought after areas to live in London with good schools, parks and local amenities, as well as great transport links and vibrant and diverse communities.

If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.

The recruitment process is anonymous. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CVs.

When applying, there will be a number of questions relating to the post on the application form. It is essential that you complete the application questions, responding to each using examples of your skills, knowledge and experience.

We will not accept applications where Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been used to assist with completing the competency questions or any part of the application form.

This application process replaces a supporting statement.

We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.

The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available: hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk

Closing date for applications: 30 January 2024 (22:59)

Interview date: TBC