Waste Officer

Are you passionate about waste management and environmental sustainability?

Do you want to make a positive impact in your local community? West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Waste Officer to join our Transport and Countryside Service, working alongside the Senior Waste Officer to deliver high-quality waste and recycling services.

 

The Role

As a Waste Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the effective management of waste and recycling services within West Berkshire. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the day-to-day operation of waste and recycling services, including contract management and performance monitoring
• Responding to customer enquiries and providing advice and information on waste management
• Conducting inspections and audits to ensure compliance with legislation and service standards
• Supporting educational initiatives to promote recycling and waste reduction
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve waste management objectives
• In addition, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects and initiatives aimed at improving waste management practices and driving environmental sustainability.

 

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Knowledge and understanding of waste management principles, practices, and legislation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and advise customers
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work on your own initiative
• Team player, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders

A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role, as site visits will be required.

 

West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

• Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00
• Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities 
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.

 

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lynne Meads on 01635 503201 or email Lynne.Meads1@westberks.gov.uk.

 

Join us in making a difference and contribute to the sustainable future of West Berkshire. Apply now to become part of our dedicated team at West Berkshire Council.

Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: Working with Us

 

Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

 

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

 

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