Civil Enforcement Officer

Civil Enforcement Officer Location: Colchester, Essex Pay: £15.97 PAYE / £20.48 Umbrella PAYE Contract: Temporary Closing Date: Monday 9 February 2026 We are recruiting 3 Civil Enforcement Officers to support parking enforcement services across Colchester on a temporary basis. Working Hours * Shifts between 07:30 – 19:00 with a 1-hour unpaid lunch * Start and finish at Latton Bush, Southern Way, Harlow * Rota-based and flexible working required Key Duties * Patrol on-street and off-street parking areas * Enforce parking regulations and issue Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) * Communicate professionally with members of the public * Deal calmly and tactfully with challenging situations * Educate the public on parking restrictions where appropriate * Attend adjudication hearings or court when required * Report defects such as damaged signs or road markings * Maintain and correctly use issued equipment and handheld devices * Follow health & safety and data protection procedures * Work independently and as part of a wider team Essential Requirements * Full, clean UK manual driving licence * Good literacy and numeracy skills * Clear verbal and written communication * Physically fit and able to walk 10+ miles per day * Confident using mobile applications and email * High levels of integrity, organisation and attention to detail * Ability to use initiative, judgement and discretion * Willing to provide own footwear and black trousers (no denim) Desirable Experience * Previous parking enforcement or PCN issuing experience * Knowledge of parking regulations and the Highway Code * Understanding of the Traffic Management Act 2004 * Familiarity with roads across North Essex