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Team Leader - Environmental Protection (Contract)

7 January by 4Recruitment Services Ltd

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -Greater London -Harrow
Salary:
£27 - £28/hour

Team Leader – Environmental Protection

Location: Harrow London (Hybrid: home, office & site-based)

Pay Rate: £27.56 per hour PAYE

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Team Leader – Environmental Protection to lead the operational delivery of Environmental Protection services in Harrow. You will ensure statutory compliance across environmental protection legislation, lead and develop a professional team, and represent the Council in complex enforcement, legal, and partnership matters. This is a hybrid role involving office-based work, home working, and on-site inspections. The post requires flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage Environmental Protection officers, ensuring high-quality, compliant service delivery
  • Oversee investigations relating to statutory nuisance, environmental crime, and pollution
  • Allocate and manage staffing resources effectively to maximise outcomes
  • Act as a duly authorised officer, representing the Council at public inquiries, court proceedings, licensing panels, and committee meetings
  • Lead on complex enforcement cases, licence reviews, and premises closures
  • Ensure excellent customer service and manage complaints, including Ombudsman cases
  • Coach, mentor, and develop team members to support continuous improvement
  • Develop and implement protocols, procedures, and service improvement initiatives
  • Deputise for the Public Protection Manager when required

Essential Requirements

  • Excellent knowledge of Environmental Protection and related legislation
  • Full UK driving licence (own vehicle required for business use)
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure in a demanding environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience leading or supervising staff
  • Competent IT skills
  • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
  • Clear understanding of diverse communities and their impact on public protection services
  • Full membership of a relevant professional body or a postgraduate qualification related to the role
  • Supervisory or management qualification or equivalent experience
  • DVLA check and proof of business insurance required
  • Commitment to equality, health & safety, confidentiality, and professional development is essential

To find out more information please contact Lily at Lilye@4recruitmentservices.com

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

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