Contract Manager (Waste And Street Cleansing)

Adecco; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Waste and Street Cleansing Contract Officer to oversee waste management contracts in the London Borough of Richmond & Wandsworth. The role involves monitoring contractor performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and responding to public enquiries. Candidates should possess strong IT knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience in contractor monitoring.

Qualifications

• Strong practical knowledge of IT software and systems.
• Understanding of waste management legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Experience monitoring contractor performance and resolving service issues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor performance across waste management services.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with contractual standards.
• Respond to enquiries from the public regarding waste services.

Skills

Strong practical knowledge of IT software and systems

Understanding of waste management legislation, regulations, and standards

Experience monitoring contractor performance and resolving service issues

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Job description

Adecco are recruiting for a Waste and Street Cleansing Contract Officer to join the London Borough of Richmond & Wandsworth.

Contract Details

• Type: Temporary- initially for 3 months
• Pay: £20.76 per hour (PAYE) / £27.50 per hour (Umbrella)
• Location: The Frogmore Complex, Wandsworth & Onsite, Battersea area
• Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week (Monday to Friday) - occasional early morning start required
• Full UK Drivers Licence and use of own car with business insurance required

About the Role

We are recruiting a Waste and Street Cleansing Contract Officer to join the Waste & Street Cleansing team within the Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership. The role supports the monitoring and management of waste and street cleansing contracts, ensuring that contractors deliver services to the required standards, comply with health and safety legislation, and maintain high levels of performance. This role is key to ensuring quality, safety, and effective contract management across the borough.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor performance across waste management and street cleansing services
• Ensure quality assurance, safe systems of work, and compliance with contractual standards
• Investigate performance failures and issue rectification, default, or damages notices where necessary
• Liaise closely with the Inspection and Enforcement Team to support inspections and enforcement activities
• Respond to enquiries from the public and stakeholders regarding waste and street cleansing services
• Produce and maintain performance documentation and monitoring systems
• Assist in developing improved service performance and supporting continuous improvement
• Ensure contractors provide accurate performance, financial, and usage information within agreed timescales
• Represent the Council at meetings with contractors, residents, businesses, and other stakeholders
• Assist in managing stock of service containers (bins, sacks, recycling banks, etc.)
• Support preparation of briefings for senior management and Councillors

What We're Looking For

• Strong practical knowledge of IT software and systems
• Understanding of waste management legislation, regulations, and standards
• Experience monitoring contractor performance and resolving service issues
• Ability to manage a complex workload and work independently to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills with experience working with the public, contractors, and stakeholders
• Ability to produce accurate reports and present information effectively
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to make informed decisions in a fast‑paced environment

Apply Now

If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client.

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