Temporary Enforcement Officer-
Belfast
Main purpose of job
To
be responsible to the Enforcement Manager for the day-to-day delivery of
enforcement activities relating to the functions allocated to the Cleansing
Service.
To
supervise allocated enforcement staff ensuring service delivery is undertaken
within agreed quality, time and financial targets.
To
ensure the council complies with all legislative requirements as they relate to
the functions within the post holder’s remit.
To
ensure accurate and timely administration of all documentation necessary for
formal and informal enforcement action to be taken.
Summary of
responsibilities and personal duties
1.
To
oversee the efficient management and control of the post-holder’s area of
responsibility and the supervision of assigned staff to ensure that the work of
the service is carried out within agreed time, quality and financial targets.
2.
To
have a detailed knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislation
relating to the enforcement of waste, litter, recycling and local environmental
quality matters arising from domestic, commercial and industrial premises; and
to maintain knowledge of legislative changes to maintain the section’s
effectiveness in carrying out its functions.
3.
To
ensure all relevant administration is completed in relation to enforcement
activities, including the issuing of notices and warnings, summonses, the
preparation of witness statements and representation at court on behalf of the
council.
4.
To
investigate all complaints and make recommendations in reports to the
Enforcement Manager and to undertake appropriate actions as directed by the
Enforcement Manager.
5.
To
research and review policies in relation to existing enforcement activities as
well as new areas of work and to assist in the development of new procedures
and policies that may affect the section’s ability to carry out its functions
in an effective manner, as directed by the Enforcement Manager.
6.
To
assist in the development of procedures for the field use, deployment, maintenance
and evaluation of technical equipment relating to enforcement activities.
7.
To
assist in the development, use and update management information systems in
liaison with the Enforcement Manager to improve the efficiency and
effectiveness of the section’s Enforcement Activity as well as being able to
interrogate the management information systems from other departments within
the council where investigation relating to waste issues is warranted.
8.
To
liaise with other council services and departments on operational matters and
to represent the service on departmental management teams, project teams,
consultative and other groups as required.
9.
To
establish and develop links with external statutory, voluntary and other bodies
on all matters connected with enforcement of legislation, policy and procedures
relating to litter and waste and associated issues.
10.
To
engage in educational and promotional activities and to assist the Community
Awareness Team in the delivery of the Anti-Litter Campaign as required.
Essential criteria
Driving licence and
experience
Applicants must, possess
a full, current driving licence which enables them to drive in Northern Ireland
and a car available for business use, or, have access to a form of transport
which will enable them to meet the requirements of the job in full.[1]
Applicants must
also, be able to demonstrate on the application
form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least one year’s relevant
experience in each of the following two areas:
a)
legislative enforcement and application, including the
administration of documentation for enforcement action and acting as a witness
in court; and
b) investigation of
complaints and carrying out appropriate remedial action.
[1] Please be advised that
this alternative is a ‘reasonable adjustment’ specifically for applicants with
disabilities who, as a result of their disability, are unable to hold a full,
current driving licence. However please
also be advised that, given the business need for the post holder to visit
various sites on a daily basis in order to fulfil the duties of the post then the
‘reasonableness’ of this adjustment will be thoroughly considered prior to any
appointment being made.
Short-listing
criteria
In
addition to the above driving licence and experience, Belfast City Council
reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants who, as at the closing
date.
·
in
the first instance, can demonstrate on the application form, by providing
personal and specific examples, at least two years’ relevant experience in each
of the above-noted two areas (a and b); and
in the second instance, have a third level
qualification in a relevant waste management, law or environmental related
subject, or equivalent
Other
Information:
Location: Belfast City Centre
Start
Date:30
September to 31 December 2024 (possible extension)
Rate
of pay: £17.53
per hour plus accrued holiday pay
Hours
of work:
37 hours 08:30-17:00
Closing
Date:
20 September @11.00am
To Apply: If you would like to
apply for this role, please send us your updated CV via the link provided and
one of the team will be in touch with you. Or if you would like to discuss this
position, please contact our office to speak to one of our consultants.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications
from all suitably qualified persons