Public Protection Officer

The London Borough of Harrow seeks a Public Protection Officer to join its enforcement team, based onsite at Forward Drive, Harrow. This fulltime, temporary contract pays £19.62 per hour via PAYE. The role focuses on investigating environmental crime, including flytipping and littering, while addressing antisocial behaviour. Responsibilities involve conducting enforcement actions under relevant legislation, issuing Fixed Penalty Notices, and supporting community safety initiatives.

Candidates should possess prior experience in public protection or environmental enforcement, demonstrate sound judgement, and communicate effectively with residents. Working patterns align with council service needs. This position suits a professional committed to tangible improvements in local neighbourhoods.

Job Title:

Public Protection Officer Locations, working onsite, London Borough of Harrow, Forward Drive, Harrow, Middlesex HA3 8NT
Pay Rate: £19.62 PAYE or £25.56 per hour Umbrella Fulltime Contract Opportunity

• Investigate environmental crime, flytipping, littering, and other public protection issues.
• Carry out enforcement activities in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Issue Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) and Community Protection Warnings (CPWs) where appropriate.
• Examine fly-tipped waste to identify evidence, addresses, and individuals responsible for offences.
• Gather evidence, take statements, prepare case files, and support prosecutions where required.
• Conduct inspections, patrols, and site visits across the borough.
• Engage with residents, businesses, and partner agencies to resolve environmental and community safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and enforcement documentation using council systems.

• Previous experience within a Public Protection, Environmental Enforcement, Community Safety, Waste Enforcement, or similar enforcement role.
• Proven experience issuing Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) and Community Protection Warnings (CPWs).
• Experience investigating flytipping and environmental offences.
• Strong understanding of relevant enforcement legislation and procedures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence.

The role operates on a rotating shift basis, including:

• 6:00am - 2:00pm
• 8:00am - 4:00pm
• 10:00am - 6:00pm
• In addition, a late shift of 1:00pm - 9:00pm will be required once every six weeks.

Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service.

It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.

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