Waste Digital Development Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Wolverhampton is seeking a Waste Digital Development Officer. This full-time role involves providing technical support to the waste services team, ensuring systems are up-to-date, and delivering training to staff. Candidates must have a valid UK driving licence, relevant qualifications, and previous office experience. Knowledge of waste management systems and data analysis skills are advantageous. A commitment to continuous learning and adaptability is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs including English and Maths.
• Office experience is a must.
• Good knowledge of Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical support for waste services team.
• Contribute to research and development for new digital technology.
• Deliver system training to officers and drivers.

Skills

Experience in Information Management

Knowledge of CRM

Understanding of cyber security

Development and testing skills

Data analysis

Education

5 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above

ICT or Business Admin qualification

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Telematics

Job description

Waste Digital Development Officer

Salary - £30,024 - £33,699 (Grade 5)

Hours - 37 hours per week, typically Monday to Thursday 7.00am – 3.00pm. Friday 7.00am – 2.30pm.

Location – Any suitable location within the City of Wolverhampton. The role is based at Hickman Avenue Waste Depot and also covers Anchor Lane and Shaw Road Household Waste & Recycling Centres and Crown Street Waste Transfer Station.

Contract Type - Full time, Permanent.

A full valid UK driving licence is required for this position.

The City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Waste and Recycling Digital Development Officer to join our dynamic and hardworking team. The primary focus is to provide day‑to‑day technical support for members of the waste services team, working with colleagues and stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance standard operating practices.

Key responsibilities include: actively contributing to research and development to make the best use of available digital technology; identifying and supporting the implementation of automation opportunities; ensuring that data held on systems is correct and up to date; delivering system training to officers and drivers.

From a technical perspective, you will have experience/knowledge of Information Management, CRM, cyber security, development and testing and Information Governance. The ability to drive a works vehicle is required to support operatives in the field and at waste sites.

Role requirements:

• 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at a minimum grade C or above, or equivalent qualification, or relevant equivalent experience
• ICT or Business Admin qualification

The successful candidate will have previous office experience; a good knowledge of Excel; the ability to analyse data; be able to prioritise work and meet deadlines; have a willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development; and be adaptable to the challenges of delivering a fast‑moving, customer‑focused essential service. Experience of Waste Management Systems, Microsoft Dynamics, Telematics and Power BI systems would be advantageous.

For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on 16th December 2025.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact [e-mail]

Our working arrangements

All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empower employees to maximise their performance and productivity whilst maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are usually allocated where employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for ‘touch‑down’ space at any council location. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements.

Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.

Diversity

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and under‑represented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible, inclusive, and reflective of Wolverhampton residents.

Our status as a Disability Confident Employer showcases our commitment to people with disabilities or health conditions, advocating for their opportunities and potential.

We have received the Stonewall Gold Award, emphasising our dedication to the LGBT+ community by nurturing an inspiring, inclusive, and equal workplace.

As of March 2023, the RACE Code Quality Mark signifies our active engagement with racial equality. These recognitions validate our continuous efforts towards fostering an inclusive work environment that respects and values our diverse employees.

As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers – we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post.

We encourage, inspire and value an inclusive culture here at the council where employees can flourish, thrive and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums for employees to join. These help to ensure our employees have a voice, they feel empowered to speak up and where everyone is treated with respect.

Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders

We are committed to the fair treatment of all our employees, potential employees, or users of our service regardless of offending background. The Council uses the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for any vacancies that require a DBS check to obtain information about applicants to assess their suitability for employment in positions of trust. We do not discriminate unfairly against any individual on the basis of a conviction or any other information revealed as a result of a DBS disclosure.

Employment Information & Support

If you are considering applying for an apprenticeship or a role where the salary is (Grade 2‑5), and would like to visit us to learn about the application, interview process and what it is like to work for the council, please find out more at the council website.

Attached documents

Job Description and Person Specification