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A leading council in Moray is seeking a full-time Waste Operations Assistant. This role involves managing waste operations, monitoring cleanliness and training staff. Candidates should have experience in waste management and hold relevant certifications, or be willing to obtain them. Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability are essential.
Salary: £31,034.12 - £33,246.72 per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week
To assist the Waste Operations Officer in management of the waste operations and facilities.
Co-ordination of the Cleansing operation and facilities management.
To undertake the monitoring of waste arisings and street cleanliness.
To undertake training of front line employees.
To assist with promotion and publicity of the Council’s Waste services.
Operate and be responsible for any Waste vehicle and plant allocated.
To assist in monitoring for legislative compliance.
To assist in procurement and budget monitoring.
To undertake associated administration.
To undertake risk assessments on operational activities.
Significant experience in related field.
Experience of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook Express Software packaged.
4 Standard Grades or equivalent at level 3 or above including English.
Must be willing to study for an HNC in Waste Management within a specified time period.
Must be certified as a Trainer or willing to gain.
Must hold a NEBOSH certificate or be willing to gain.
Must hold an Emergency First Aid Certificate or be willing to gain.
Ability to adapt.
Ability to solve problems.
Good Knowledge of waste management and recycling issues.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to prioritise workload.
Self-confident and self-motivated.
Able to work unsupervised and on own initiative.
Experience of working with public/good customer care skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team.
You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between locations within Moray to meet the operational requirements of the service. Due to the rural nature of Moray this is normally undertaken by use of a car/van.
Ability to relate well to colleagues, Elected Members and the public.
Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service.
Ability to work in a shared office.
Ability to undertake waste audits.
Closing Date: 11 July 2025
37 hours per week
£16.13 per hour
For further information contact: Sharon Mair - 07800 670639