Waste Services Engagement Officers

South Holland District Council; Spalding; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Spalding is seeking an Engagement Officer to lead initiatives in waste and recycling. The role involves creating materials for public engagement and building relationships with community groups. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a full driving licence. This position offers excellent benefits, including a generous leave scheme and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution

Generous annual leave scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Working Policy

Excellent career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Comfortable delivering presentations and public engagement sessions.
• Ability to explain information clearly and engagingly.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel across the district.

Responsibilities

• Create materials to promote the council’s waste and recycling services.
• Engage with residents, businesses, and community groups.
• Encourage participation in waste and recycling initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Confidence in public speaking

Ability to build relationships

Flexibility in working hours

Job description

Join us in shaping the future of waste and recycling in South Holland!

South Holland District Council is launching a major transformation of our Waste & Recycling Collection Service in October 2026—and we’re building a brand-new engagement team to make it happen.

As an Engagement Officer, you’ll be the face of this change; working with residents, businesses, and community groups to build understanding, encourage participation, and help create a cleaner, greener South Holland.

You will create materials to publicise and promote the council’s waste and recycling services, which will include updating council web pages and delivering presentations to schools, local community groups, and other audiences.

You’ll thrive if you:

• Enjoy connecting with people and building positive relationships
• Can adapt to different situations and work independently and as part of a team
• Are ready to take initiative and find solutions

What are we looking for?

• Confidence speaking with a wide range of people, both one‑to‑one and in larger group settings.
• Comfortable delivering presentations, workshops, or public engagement sessions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain information clearly and engagingly
• A flexible approach to working hours (including occasional evenings/weekends)
• A full driving licence and ability to travel across the district

No waste experience? No problem! If you have transferable skills and a passion for making a difference, we’ll provide full training.

Apply now and help us shape a sustainable future. (Read the full job description before applying)

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Russell Hutchinson via email, [e-mail] and you will receive a call back.

BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
• Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Flu Jabs
• Free Eye Test voucher
• Flexible Working Policy
• Agile Working Policy*
• Car mileage reimbursement*
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities
• Long Service Recognition*

*Certain restrictions may apply

ABOUT US:

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovative areas of work.

The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website.

The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role we do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.