Waste Enforcement Officer, Pullar House, Perth

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of something meaningful. It's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

Waste Enforcement Officer (PKC13832)£34,424 - £37,784Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull Street, Perth

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Waste Enforcement Officer and to help make a real difference to those affected by irresponsible, indiscriminate and illegal Flytipping.

You will be responsible for driving behavioural change through the promotion of responsible waste disposal, issuing Fixed Penalty Notices to offenders caught Flytipping, and as required preparing file cases for prosecution through the Scottish Court system.

There will be an opportunity to also get involved in shaping strategy, help deliver communications campaigns and work alongside other teams and stakeholders to keep our beautiful area free from dumping.

Whilst the focus will be on Flytipping Enforcement, there will an expectation to get involved in anti-littering activities, including the soon to be introduced penalties for those seen littering from cars.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to work in a fast-paced environment, be able to work on their own and manage many caseloads at the same time.

Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Skills & Experience RequiredYou must have a good standard of education, have excellent literacy and numeracy skills with the ability to log evidence and provide comprehensive reports that would stand up to scrutiny in Court.   Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build excellent working relationships to adopt a collaborative approach to work both internally and with partner organisations is required  Knowledge of legislation and applying such is required, in particular the Environmental Protection Act 1990 sections 33, 34, 87 and 88  It would be desirable to have knowledge of other associated environmental & waste control related legislation, Regulation of Investigatory Powers (Scotland) Act, 2000 and Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995.   You will be required to demonstrate the ability to handle difficult confrontational situations involving angry or aggressive customers.  Be able to work alone, outdoors in all weathers and be able to move, relocate  and set up surveillance equipment such as CCTV around the authority.  Possess a Full Driving Licence.  Possess good IT skills.  Possess a Good Investigative Background. Working at Perth & Kinross Council

Here's what we can offer you:

A generous annual leave package

6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day

Eligibility to join our pension scheme

Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework

Flexi time

Access to a range of benefits

We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

For purposes of connection and collaboration with colleagues and with the community we serve, our full-time employees work on site for a minimum of 2 days per week with the arrangements for part time employees being agreed on a basis which will ensure that they benefit to an equivalent degree. Our FAQs on hybrid working can be found here Hybrid working FAQs. We are committed to being a more inclusive employer - to ensure we can consider any reasonable adjustments, please either contact the recruiting manager to discuss any individual circumstances, discuss at interview or, if you prefer, after any conditional offer is made.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Ruairidh Hanna, Waste Services Co-ordinator via email - RHanna@pkc.gov.uk to find out more.

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External candidates are required to provide 2 references, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.

We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or by email - Recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments.

Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.

Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

To comply with Baseline Personnel Security Standard, you will be required to complete a Disclosure Scotland check.

If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.

A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.