Waste Management Officer

Description

Waste Management Officer

Location: Essex / Hertfordshire Area

Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Hours: 37 per week

Contract Length: 2–3 months

Pay Rate: £13.50 PAYE

Start Date: Immediate

Working Arrangement: On-site, 5 days per week

Minerva Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Waste Management Officer on a full-time, temporary basis. This role is ideal for candidates with practical waste management experience who enjoy working independently and supporting the delivery of high-quality recycling and waste services.

The Role You will play a key role in delivering waste and recycling services, assisting residents with queries, supporting container delivery and collection, and ensuring high standards of service. The role includes monitoring contractor performance, auditing waste and recycling assets, and collecting data to support service improvement.

Approximately 75% of this role involves lone working across the district, with the remainder supporting administrative and team-based functions.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct inspections of waste, recycling, and street cleansing operations to ensure compliance with standards and codes of practice

Undertake environmental quality surveys, including cleanliness and bin condition assessments

Record data using waste management IT systems and report findings to management

Log incidents of graffiti and follow procedures for notifying property owners

Support door-to-door surveys, kerbside recycling audits, and collection of containers for residents

Provide advice and information on waste, recycling, and street cleansing to the public and stakeholders

Assist with promotional activities, including weekend events, as required

Assess waste and recycling resource requirements for new developments, advising on standards and compliance

Work collaboratively with contractors and internal teams to maintain service qualitySkills & Experience

Experience working in a waste management environment or similar public service role

Knowledge of waste management functions and operational standards

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general IT systems

Ability to navigate and prioritise routes for visits and audits

Strong communication skills and ability to provide clear advice to the public and colleagues

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Awareness of health and safety principles and procedures

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Competitive hourly rate

Temporary contract with immediate start

Opportunity to gain experience across multiple aspects of waste management and environmental services

Hands-on role with variety and responsibility

To apply or for further information, please contact Minerva Recruitment. This is an ideal role for candidates looking to expand their experience in waste management while delivering excellent service to residents

Ad ID: 5417597456