Waste Management Officer

Ribble Valley Borough Council; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated individual to join their team, focusing on implementing new recycling regulations and enhancing community participation in environmental initiatives. This role requires effective project management and data analysis skills, along with a solid understanding of waste management legislation. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Engineering to ensure compliance and promote recycling efforts across the borough. With a supportive environment and a range of benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the community's waste management practices.

Benefits

Favorable working hours

Generous leave entitlement

Occupational pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Erfahrung im Projektmanagement und in der Datenanalyse.
• Kenntnisse der gesetzlichen Anforderungen im Abfallmanagement.

Responsibilities

• Implementierung der neuen Recycling-Vorschriften und Kommunikation mit Anwohnern.
• Überwachung der Verwaltung des gewerblichen Abfallservices.

Skills

Projektmanagement

Datenanalyse

Planung

Organisation

Koordination

Kenntnis der gesetzlichen Anforderungen im Abfallmanagement

Proaktive Ansätze zur Förderung von Recycling

Job description

We are seeking a team player who has the ability to plan and manage workloads and achieve results whilst working within a demanding environment. You will need to be an enthusiastic individual, with a high level of self-motivation and the ability to implement change. You will have the ability to understand complex government legislation and will work with the Head of Engineering to put policy into practice. You will work as part of a small team.

Your role will initially focus on implementing the new Simpler Recycling Regulations, communicating with residents and businesses to support them through the changes and to maximise recycling in the borough. In addition, you will oversee the administration of the council’s commercial waste service and co-ordinate the production and interpretation of our waste data. The successful candidate will have:

1. Effective project management, data analysis, planning, organisation and co-ordination skills.
2. Current knowledge of the legal requirements of Waste Management and the Environmental Protection Act.
3. Proactive approach in promoting and maximising participation in environmental improvement, waste minimisation and recycling schemes.
4. Aware of industry led changes and the ability to assist in implementing directives and guidance to maintain a fully compliant service.

A full UK driving licence will be required, together with the use of a car.

Join us to receive a host of benefits such as favourable working hours, generous leave entitlement, occupational pension scheme, and training/development opportunities.

For an informal chat about the position, please call Adam Allen on 01200 414461.

Closing date: Tuesday 1st April 2025

Interview date: Friday 11th April 2025

Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.

Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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