Community Recycling & Engagement Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Recycling Officer for a 6‑month contract with a local authority in Plymouth. The role is primarily field‑based, engaging residents to promote food waste recycling and drive behaviour change, with some administrative support for the project.

You will lead community engagement across waste services, respond to queries, organise events, and liaise with councillors, schools, volunteers, and partners.

Qualifications

• 2 GCSEs (Maths and English) or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Knowledge of budgeting processes and compiling financial information.
• Understanding of quotation processes for works and services.

Responsibilities

• Lead community engagement across street scene and waste services.
• Engage with residents via door knocking, public events, outreach activities, school assemblies, and community sessions.
• Promote food waste recycling, environmental initiatives, and sustainable behaviours.
• Provide clear guidance to residents on service operations and their environmental impact.
• Manage and respond to service queries, resolving issues promptly and effectively.
• Organise and support events, ensuring resources, scheduling, and Health & Safety compliance.
• Liaise with councillors, community groups, schools, volunteers, and external partners to deliver initiatives and projects.
• Experience in planning, organising, and solving multiple projects.
• Proven experience working with the public, community groups, and volunteers.
• Strong background in delivering excellent customer service and managing challenging situations.

Skills

Community engagement

Public interaction

Customer service

Organisation

Education

GCSEs Maths & English

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Recycling Officer for a 6‑month contract with a local authority in Plymouth. The role is primarily field‑based, engaging residents to promote food waste recycling and drive behaviour change, with some administrative support for the project.

You will lead community engagement across waste services, respond to queries, organise events, and liaise with councillors, schools, volunteers, and partners.