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The Waste & Recycling Unit is looking for an enthusiastic individual with a thorough understanding of local authority waste and recycling services. 

The Waste & Recycling Officer will help ensure that key performance indicators are met for the Council’s waste collection service by monitoring the external waste service provider.

This Waste & Recycling Officer role suits a person who can demonstrate competence at supervising contractors and  investigating complaints to a satisfactory outcome. The Waste & Recycling Officer must be able to work on their own initiative in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

The work of the Waste Team fluctuates with demand but is always busy and so a flexible approach to work is required along with an ability to deal with dissatisfied customers and difficult live situations. 

To apply for this role you will need to have the skills to manage your time and prioritise incoming work demands, whilst providing a great service to customers.  Good IT skills are an essential part of this role.

In addition to the above candidates will:

• Possess a working knowledge of Data Management Security including GDPR.
• Be an effective communicator, both written and orally.
• Possess a current full driving licence.

This post reports directly to the Waste & Recycling Manager and helps support them in developing a sustainable waste service.

For an informal discussion about this post please email Theresa Barnes at theresa.barnes@ambervalley.gov.uk

In addition, we can offer:

• Flexible Working
• Hybrid Working
• Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent personal and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities to make a difference 

The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 10 November 2024 at Midnight  (Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted)

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