Civil Enforcement Officer - Buses
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.23 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Margate, Kent, CT9 1EF |
| Company: | HR GO Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | TA0602_1770380965 |
Summary
Civil Enforcement Officer - Buses
Location: Thanet Area
️ Job Type: Temporary
Salary: £13.23 per hour
⏰ Hours: 37 hours per week, rota basis
Job Purpose
We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive Civil Enforcement Officer - Buses to join the team at the local Council.
Civil Enforcement Officers ensure adherence to parking regulations for both On-Street and Off-Street parking, helping to maintain safe traffic flow by patrolling streets and issuing Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) for violations.
This is a unique and innovative role involving regular patrols across designated areas within the district, including monitoring Loop Bus routes and working closely with partner organisations.
Key Responsibilities
Enforce parking regulations in line with the Traffic Management Act 2004 and local parking orders.
Monitor Loop Bus routes to identify problem areas and attend weekly meetings with Stagecoach.
✉️ Assess situations and issue Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) for illegal parking.
Collect and record evidence to support enforcement actions.
Carry out daily checks of pay and display machines and report faults as required.
️ Conduct weekly inspections of Council car parks and submit inspection reports.
Provide high-quality customer service and assist the public with Council-related enquiries.
Work collaboratively with enforcement teams, CCTV operators and police to share intelligence.
Manage reports of abandoned vehicles from identification through to removal.
Report environmental and highway issues such as potholes, faulty streetlights and cleanliness concerns.
Support the training and mentoring of new officers when required.
✅ Required Attributes
Knowledge
Basic understanding of the Highway Code and the Traffic Management Act 2004.
Good knowledge of the Thanet area.
Skills
Basic computer literacy.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Experience
Previous enforcement or compliance-related work is desirable.
Ability to work flexibly, including shifts and rota patterns.
Experience in conflict management or dealing with challenging situations is an advantage.
Qualifications
Full, clean driving licence required.
️♂️ Standard DBS check required.
Why Join Us?
If you are a proactive, reliable and community-focused individual who is passionate about keeping streets safe and supporting local transport services, this is an excellent opportunity to join the Council in a meaningful and hands-on role.