Public Protection Enforcement Officer

The Team The Trading standards and Licensing Team are a busy front-line service responsible for the enforcement of Trading Standards, Licensing and Animal Welfare legislation. The Role We are looking for a diligent and proactive Public Protection Enforcement Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will undertake a wide range of responsibilities, including conducting initial enquires, inspecting premises, gathering evidence, taking statements and carrying out enforcement activity to ensure compliance with legislation. Taking proactive Immediate action to prevent consumer detriment, protect public safety, and safeguard animal welfare the post also supports the services to develop guidance, conduct surveillance, and maintain an effective enforcement capability to support public protection and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation. You will need excellent communication skills and have experience of dealing with a wide range of people and situations in a professional manner. You will need to work both independently as well as supporting other officers within the team. This will require good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet performance targets. Experience of regulatory compliance and in an enforcement role and / or dealing with the public in difficult or confrontational situations would be an advantage. You will need a full UK driving license and use of a car while at work as there will be a need to travel to various ..... full job details .....