Civil Enforcement Officer

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 27/04/2026

Job Information

City: Colchester

Province: Essex

Postal Code: CO1

Job Description

3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

The Civil Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing on street and off street parking regulations across the North Essex Parking Partnership area. The role supports the delivery of a fair, consistent and effective parking enforcement service, ensuring compliance with traffic regulations, maintaining public safety, and contributing to the smooth operation of the local transport network.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Patrol on street and off street parking areas to ensure compliance with parking regulations and Traffic Management Orders.
• Issue Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) accurately and lawfully in accordance with operational procedures and legislation.
• Operate handheld enforcement equipment and cameras to record evidence for PCNs.
• Appear at adjudication hearings or court proceedings when required.

Essential Experience Required

• Numerate and literate with strong attention to detail.
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal professionally with members of the public in varied circumstances.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Full, clean UK Manual Driving Licence (Essential).
• Good level of ICT skills, including use of email, mobile devices and applications.
• Understanding of data protection principles.

Additional Information

• Working Hours: As a Civil Enforcement Officer, you will be required to start and end your shift at Latton Bush, Southern Way, Harlow consisting of hours 07:30am-19:00pm with 1 hour lunch (10 hours per day).
• We work on bi weekly schedule.

The role closes on 4 th May 2026, apply ASAP.