Public Protection Officer

Public Protection Officer
Pay rate: £19.62 per hour
Contract until: 31/08/2026
Location: London Borough of Harrow, Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 8NT

The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a committed and proactive Public Protection Officer to support the council's statutory enforcement functions. This role plays a key part in maintaining a clean, safe and well managed public realm across the borough.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out enforcement duties relating to waste, nuisance and street based offences
• Conduct inspections, gather evidence and investigate allegations of environmental and public realm offences
• Take appropriate enforcement action, including issuing notices and preparing case files
• Provide education and advice to residents, businesses and the wider community
• Maintain accurate records and follow all relevant legislation and council procedures

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence and ability to drive for work (business insurance required)
• DVLA licence check will be completed
• Strong communication and investigation skills
• Ability to work independently and confidently in a public facing enforcement role
• Shift Information: Officers work on a rotating shift pattern, including:
• Early starts from 6am (one week)
• Late finishes up to 6pm (another week)
• One late finish to 9pm every 8 weeks
• One Saturday shift every 4 weeks

If you're motivated, confident engaging with the public, and passionate about protecting the local environment, we'd love to hear from you.


About Pertemps:

" Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been a trusted name in staffing solutions for nearly 60 years. Recognised as an Investor in People and consistently ranked among The Sunday Times' Best 100 Companies to Work For (14 years running), Pertemps is committed to supporting your career development and job satisfaction.

About Harrow:
" The London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest borough in London, celebrated for its cultural diversity and excellent transport links. Located just 10 miles from Central London, Harrow offers quick access to Euston (13 minutes via Harrow & Wealdstone station), the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, national rail services, and major roads including the M1, M25, and A406.

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