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Civil Enforcement Officer


Job Location:

Colchester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

  • The Civil Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing onstreet and offstreet 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 onstreet and offstreet 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 to note

  • 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 ½ hours per day)
  • Colchester Essex
  • We work on bi-weekly schedule.

The role closes on 4th May 2026 apply ASAP.




Required Skills:

The Civil Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing onstreet and offstreet parking regulations across the North Essex Parking Partnership area


Required Education:

The Civil Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing onstreet and offstreet parking regulations across the North Essex Parking Partnership area