Recycling and Waste Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Recycling and Waste team and play a crucial role in one of the most visible and high-profile services the council provides.

This is a fantastic chance to be part of the team responsible for introducing a new recycling and waste collection service, including the introduction of mandated food waste collections as part of the government's Simpler Recycling requirements.

You will help deliver these major service changes to help our residents further reduce their waste and drive up recycling across the borough.

It is a varied and visible role that involves contact with a range of people, from residents, collection crews, other council departments and partners.

It will consist of resolving on-site issues, responding to enquiries, service requests and monitoring service standards to ensure safe, efficient operations and high standards are maintained. Regular site visits and monitoring of collections rounds is a crucial part of the role.

We are looking for a customer focused, enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our small friendly team.

You must have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to liaise effectively with a range of organisations, provide mediation and to make decisions. Great information technology and written communication skills are also a must.

You must be passionate about recycling and will need to have basic knowledge of the waste industry and an understanding of the key aspects of working with the public. You should have experience of changing the way things are done.

Please note there are two job roles available initially for an 18 month fixed term contract.

We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.

Fixed term contract for 18 months.

A full and current UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle is a requirement of the role.

A flexible approach to working hours would be of advantage with some early starts. It is also anticipated that a fair proportion of the job will be spent out of site conducting visits and monitoring collections.

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