Project Officer – Waste & Recycling Reform Leader

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mansfield District Council is seeking a proactive Project Officer to lead waste and recycling service improvements, including changes to collections, new food waste schemes and resident education campaigns.

Reporting to the Waste Services and Fleet Manager, you will plan, deliver and monitor projects, manage a team of four officers, coordinate partners and produce clear documentation. You will meet legislative, health and safety and council requirements while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste services and understanding of Simpler Recycling legislation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work across organisational boundaries.
• Experience with risk assessments and knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and WHITESPACE software.
• Degree or Level 5 qualification with significant relevant experience and a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned projects from planning through to completion.
• Develop project and communication plans and monitor progress.
• Coordinate colleagues and partner organisations to secure expertise and resources.
• Ensure delivery meets legislative, health and safety and council requirements.
• Support procurement, contracts and agreements; chair project meetings; prepare reports.
• Promote digital working, value for money and high-quality customer service.
• Apply lessons learned to improve future delivery.

Job description

Mansfield District Council is seeking a proactive Project Officer to lead waste and recycling service improvements, including changes to collections, new food waste schemes and resident education campaigns.

Reporting to the Waste Services and Fleet Manager, you will plan, deliver and monitor projects, manage a team of four officers, coordinate partners and produce clear documentation. You will meet legislative, health and safety and council requirements while driving continuous improvement.