Waste Strategy & Projects Lead - Hybrid Role

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Greater London is seeking Waste Project and Strategy Officers to enhance waste and recycling services across Richmond and Wandsworth. The role focuses on delivering and improving recycling programs, engaging with residents, and implementing projects to reduce waste. Ideal candidates will demonstrate experience in project delivery, effective communication, and familiarity with local authority services. Additional perks include generous annual leave, flexible working, and a pension plan.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

Flexible working

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering effective projects in a supporting role.
• Familiarity with local authority waste services and procedures.
• Ability to manage and maintain large datasets.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience engaging with community groups and stakeholders.
• Clean full UK driving licence or ability to travel borough-wide.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of services/projects to improve recycling performance.
• Assist with communications and engagement related to waste services.
• Plan workload to meet project timelines.
• Liaise with stakeholders for smooth project delivery.
• Maintain large datasets for project management.
• Participate in outreach events promoting recycling services.
• Monitor performance of waste services and projects.

Skills

Project delivery

Local authority waste and recycling knowledge

Managing data

Communication skills

Client engagement

Site visit capability

Job description

A local authority in Greater London is seeking Waste Project and Strategy Officers to enhance waste and recycling services across Richmond and Wandsworth. The role focuses on delivering and improving recycling programs, engaging with residents, and implementing projects to reduce waste. Ideal candidates will demonstrate experience in project delivery, effective communication, and familiarity with local authority services. Additional perks include generous annual leave, flexible working, and a pension plan.