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Public Protection Officer (Offensive Weapons)
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 45 - 45 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Romford, London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Public Protection Officer - Offensive Weapons Act Project
Location: Romford (Hybrid Working)
Hourly: £45 per hour (flexible for the right candidate)
Duration: 3 month contract initially
The Opportunity
We're working with a local authority to recruit an experienced Public Protection Officer to lead a key project focused on the implementation of the Offensive Weapons Act.
This is a standalone, high-impact role where you'll take ownership of a project designed to ensure local businesses understand and comply with evolving legislation. You'll have the autonomy to make a real difference, supported by senior oversight.
The Role
You'll lead on reviewing legislation, developing guidance, and ensuring businesses across the borough are fully compliant with requirements relating to offensive weapons.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Legislative Work
Review the Offensive Weapons Act and current best practice
Develop clear, practical guidance for businesses
Support implementation of new compliance processesBusiness Engagement
Build relationships with local businesses and stakeholders
Work closely with Met Police and internal teams
Ensure businesses understand:
Legal requirements
Sale restrictions and age verification lawsInspections & Enforcement
Deliver a programme of inspections across the borough
Carry out site visits to ensure compliance
Work with Police on non-compliance and follow-up enforcement
Complete desk based audits of business activity and online presence
Intelligence & Analysis
Use intelligence platforms to gather and analyse data
Identify trends and risks
Share insights and outcomes with the wider teamPartnership Working
You'll collaborate closely with:
Met Police
Public Protection teams
Challenge 25 lead officerSupporting key initiatives such as:
Responsible retailer schemes
Operation Sceptre (knife crime reduction)About You
We're looking for someone who can genuinely hit the ground running and deliver results in a fast-paced project environment.
You will have:
Experience in Public Protection / enforcement
Knowledge of the Offensive Weapons Act or similar legislation
Strong stakeholder engagement skills
Experience delivering inspections and ensuring compliance
Ability to use intelligence platforms, analyse results and feed insights back to teamsKey Traits
Able to produce results quickly
Comfortable working independently in a standalone role
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Confident engaging with businesses and enforcement partners
Adaptable within a flexible working environment Working Arrangements
Hybrid working available
Field-based work required for inspections and site visits
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