Enforcement Officer

Job reference

REQ000963

Date posted

20/08/2025

Application closing date

10/09/2025

Location

Earlswood Depot, Redhill

Salary

£34,245 - £36,618

Employment type

Fixed term, Full time

Contractual hours

36

Basis

Full time

Job category/type

Licensing and Regulation

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Job description

**Job Title**: Enforcement Officer
**Location of Work**: Earlswood Depot
**Salary**: £34,245 - £36,618
**Basis**: Fixed term - 2 years (with the possibility of extension), Full time, 36 hours per week

**Full-time | Agile Working | Local Government Pension Scheme | Competitive Benefits**

Be the difference in your community.
Are you looking for a new career opportunity within a fast-developing, forward-thinking, and ambitious organisation with a strong commercial focus?

We’re seeking an organised, proactive, and enforcement-led professional to join our team as a Joint Enforcement Officer. In this vital role, you will help us deliver a high-quality service aligned with our 5-year plan, ensuring our towns are safe, clean, and welcoming.

With agile working practices and investment in modern technology, we provide the tools and flexibility you need to succeed in a role that makes a visible difference.

**About the Role**:
You’ll be at the forefront of tackling environmental crime and anti-social behaviour across the borough, working closely with partner agencies to uphold community standards.

Key responsibilities include:

- Investigating fly tipping, abandoned vehicles, and traveller encampments
- Issuing Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) for littering and other offences
- Conducting PACE interviews and attending court hearings
- Acting as an incident liaison officer and representing the Council in neighbourhoods
- Working in partnership with Surrey Police, DVLA, Highways Agency, and emergency services
- Maintaining accurate records in line with GDPR requirements

**About You**:
We’re looking for someone who:

- Can confidently handle difficult and contentious situations
- Has a good working knowledge of relevant legislation
- Is self-motivated, organised, and able to manage their own workload
- Is proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel (with wider IT confidence)
- Ideally knows the borough’s towns, parks, and open spaces
- Holds a full manual UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK
- Communicates clearly in both spoken and written English

Additional requirements:

- CSAS accreditation (or willingness to obtain)
- Police vetting and enhanced DBS check

**What We Offer**:
In return for your commitment, we provide:

- A 15% employer contribution to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Competitive annual leave entitlement
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Staff benefits including high street discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, and discounted Better leisure centre membership

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact **Clare Sawyer, Enforcement Manager** on **01737 276610**.

**Closing date**: 10 September 2025
**Interview date**: 22 September 2025

**Values and Behaviours**:
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change.

Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.