Overview

The Environment Agency is committed to an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome diversity and provide training and support to new starters, including comprehensive induction and the equipment required for your role.

Job title

Senior Environmental Crime Officer, National Investigations Team

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into the most serious and complex environmental crimes, in collaboration with Senior Investigation Managers and the Major Incident Room.
• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of investigations, including identifying lines of enquiry, reviewing intelligence, raising and allocating actions, coordinating evidence gathering and interviews, and preparing case files for prosecution.
• Supervise complex investigations often involving Organised Crime Groups, illegal waste exports and large-scale fraud; drive case progression and team development.
• Contribute to the development of the National Environmental Crime Unit and the National Regulation and Monitoring Team. Travel to meetings and operational duties as required and work in a hybrid environment.

Experience/skills Required

• Strong investigative background with high attention to detail and self-motivation.
• In-depth knowledge of investigative legislation (PACE, CPIA); excellent verbal and written communication; basic IT skills (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Knowledge of environmental crime and experience leading serious criminal investigations; familiarity with Major Incident Room operations is desirable.
• Proven ability to drive and develop investigation teams; proactive, initiative-taking, and solution-focused.
• Successful completion of SC and NPPV2 Vetting processes within a 6-month probationary period is required.
• Full driving licence is required.

Role-specific licence requirements

• Full Driving Licence

Additional information

• This is a hybrid role with flexible working from home and an Environment Agency office; frequent travel for meetings and operational duties.
• Responding to incidents is a central part of the role. Availability to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support may be required and could include additional payment and full training/workplace adjustments.
• Please refer to the Additional Information Pack for further details. For more information, contact elspeth.allum@environment-agency.gov.uk.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

The Environment Agency is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome flexible working patterns and offer a Guaranteed Interview policy to support applicants with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria.