Community Engagement Campaign Assistant– 12 week Fixed Term Contract

Bristol Waste Company; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

5% employer pension contribution

Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and EAP

Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Le

£200 employee referral bonus

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts via Reward Gateway

Employee recognition awards

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Job summary

Bristol Waste Company is seeking a Community Engagement Campaign Assistant to join the daytime outreach team at Day’s Road. The role focuses on helping residents recycle more and waste less through canvassing, literature delivery and doorstep conversations.

You will record insights, distribute materials, and maintain clear progress communication with your contact, while helping ensure efficient campaign delivery and engagement with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Strong time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with diverse audiences.
• Can multi-task and prioritise while interacting with the public.
• Knowledge of or interest in community engagement and sustainability.
• Experience interacting with members of the public.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct guided doorstep conversations with residents to gather insights into behaviours and attitudes and provide relevant information on recycling.
• Accurately and promptly record information from resident conversations in a clear and structured manner.
• Distribute communication materials during engagements and deliver recycling containers, if required, following conversations.
• Maintain communication with point of contact, advising of progress, locations and any issues as required.
• Maintain paperwork and follow processes used to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the campaign delivery.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Community engagement

Experience with public

UK driving licence

Job description

SALARY: £26,277.50 per annum

HOURS: 37.5 per week, Monday – Friday (with occasional weekend/evening work), 08:00-16:00 or 09:00 - 17:00 - Part time hours may be considered for the right candidate.

LOCATION: Day’s Road

Community Engagement Campaign Assistant

About Bristol Waste Company

At Bristol Waste Company, what we do matters. We keep Bristol and the surrounding areas clean, safe and moving. Working in partnership with the council, we support the city’s sustainability goals while delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services. Our commercial operations are growing, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to grow with us.

Purpose Of The Role

You will play a hands‑on, pivotal role in supporting residents to recycle more and waste less. You will assist with canvassing, delivering campaign literature and engaging with members of the public via doorstep conversations, to influence and create a positive impact on behaviours towards recycling.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct guided doorstep conversations with residents to gather insights into behaviours and attitudes and provide relevant information on recycling
• Accurately and promptly record information from resident conversations in a clear and structured manner
• Distribute communication materials during engagements and deliver recycling containers, if required, following conversations
• Maintain communication with point of contact, advising of progress, locations and any issues as required
• Maintain paperwork and follow processes used to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the campaign delivery

Essential Requirements For The Role

• Strong time management skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with diverse audiences
• Can multi-task and prioritise while interacting with members of the public
• A knowledge of or interest in community engagement and sustainability
• Experience interacting with members of the public
• A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential

Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (Pro-rata)
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme
• £200 employee referral bonus
• Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes
• Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
• Employee recognition awards and long service awards
• Salary sacrifice car scheme for tax-efficient vehicle leasing

Everyone Belongs

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and ensure fair and equal consideration for all candidates.

Contact

Talent Acquisition Team

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