Environmental Crime Officer

Environmental Crime Officer

Locations: Nottingham, Fradley, Romsey, Pevensey, Canterbury, Blandford Forum,
Bridgwater, Chippenham, Bodmin, Exeter, Warrington, Preston, Penrith, Leeds, York, Rotherham,
Beverley, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Darlington, Lincoln, Kettering, Huntingdon, Norwich, Colchester,
Ipswich, Ely, Wallingford and Farnham.

Post Type / Working Pattern: Permanent, Full Time

About Us:

As an Environmental Crime Officer, you’ll be part of one of our new water industry enforcement
team providing the lead on the enforcement of environmental offences to tackle serious/complex
performance issues in the water industry. This new role and team will play one of the most
important roles at the Environment Agency, identifying and investigating offences that have
impacted the environment.

 Why Choose Us:

1. Make a Significant Impact: At the EA (Environment Agency) your work has the power to create
   a lasting impact. Our work addresses national level issues and regulation of the Water Industry
   comes right at the top of our list. The EA plays a lead role in preserving and protecting
   precious ecosystems and everything else associated with water use through effective regulation
   and prosecution. Your contributions directly protect and enhance the environment, ensuring a
   brighter future for all.
2. Dynamic and Rewarding: Join a team that thrives on tackling national challenges head-on. At
   the EA, you’ll be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, working alongside passionate
   professionals who share your commitment to making a difference.
3. Focus on Results: Our work goes beyond rhetoric, as we deliver tangible results. From
   successfully implementing industry regulations to restoring polluted water bodies, the EA has a
   track record of achieving meaningful outcomes that positively impact both people and the
   planet.
4. Continuous Growth: Your professional development matters to us. We provide a range of
   opportunities for growth, including tailored training programs, mentorship initiatives, and
   access to cutting-edge technologies. At the EA, you’ll continuously grow your skills and
   expertise, staying at the forefront of environmental innovation.
5. Join a Values-Driven Organisation: Ethical and values-driven, the EA upholds integrity,
   transparency, and environmental stewardship. By joining us, you align yourself with an
   organisation that holds itself accountable and genuinely cares about creating a sustainable and
   resilient future.
6. Collaborative Community: At the EA, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.
   You’ll work with diverse teams, bringing together experts from various fields to tackle complex
   environmental challenges. Together, we foster a supportive and inclusive community that
   encourages collaboration, creativity, and knowledge exchange.

The Team

Based in one of our four enforcement hubs as an Environment Crime
Officer you’ll face one or more of the water companies operating across England. Our
Water Industry Enforcement teams provide specialist enforcement skills to:

• Reduce environmental offending.
• Deal effectively with complex and serious offences.
• Manage intelligence at a local level.
• Provide specialist enforcement support and advice to staff and managers.
• Develop prevention, intelligence and enforcement expertise.

What will you do:

Water companies may hold a range of permits related to their activities to ensure they are
carried out without polluting the environment or causing harm to people. Working closely with
one of our Senior Environmental Crime Officers, you will carry out investigations and deliver
enforcement actions, gathering and critically evaluating evidence, producing comprehensive,
high quality case files to enable the Environment Agency to take appropriate legal action on
water companies who may have violated or contravened the conditions of permits. You’ll be
responsible for:

• Producing case files
• Identify and investigate offences including assisting with site inspection/ investigations.
• Analyse and evidence materials from site inspection/ investigations.
• Analyse data systems for reports of offending from sites.
• Write statements and gather witness statements.
• Exhibit evidence.
• Prepare for and conduct interviews under caution with suspected offenders.
• Prepare case files and disclosure schedules following the Criminal Procedure and
  Investigations. Act and Police and Criminal Evidence Act Code of Practice. You may need to give
  evidence in court.

As well as training, you will also be supported with appropriate equipment and clothing to
ensure you will remain safe.

What you’ll need:

Essential

This role will require travel from time to time and so you must have a full UK Manual Driving
License. You’ll have experience in an investigatory or regulatory role and experience of
working with customers. Knowledge of evidence collection and the production of case files is a
key part of your role so you will need to be methodical, with great attention to detail and
have excellent verbal and written skills.

In addition, we would also like you to have:

• An understanding of environmental legislation including the Environmental Permitting
  Regulations and Environment Act.
• Working knowledge of investigative legislation, for example the Police and Criminal
  Evidence Act and Criminal Procedures and Investigations Act.
• Able to proactively establish good working relationships with colleagues and internal and
  external partners.
• Knowledge of corporate investigations.

The most important thing we are looking for is a passion for environmental improvement and
resilience to succeed.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an
incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business
continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training
and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role. 

What’s in it for you:

You’ll benefit from a culture that embraces difference and is inclusive where you’ll feel
supported and trusted to do the right thing. We’ll invest in you and allow you to grow and
shape your career. What’s more, you’ll have access to our great benefits package including:

• A salary up to £31,429
• A generous pension scheme.
• Overtime opportunities through standby and incident pay.
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays for full-time employees.
• Two additional days for paid environmental outcomes giving you the opportunity to take part
  in community activities.
• Great career opportunities.
• Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave scheme.

Options for flexible and / or part-time working may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

As an organisation we strive to reflect the communities we serve. To achieve this, we welcome
applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, sexual orientation, and religion.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Click apply and start your application
today!

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the UK’s biggest environmental organisation. Join us,
and together, let’s tackle the challenges of a changing climate and build a more sustainable
future. Apply now and embark on a rewarding and fulfilling career journey with the Environment
Agency.

Please note that a reserve list will be held, and you may be offered other roles in other
locations including temporary roles, that may be similarly aligned to this role.

Closing date for applications is Monday,
2nd September 2024.

Interview Dates:
23rd September to 11th October 2024