Team Leader – Environmental Protection

Job Description

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.