At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage waste contracts, ensuring efficient and sustainable service delivery.
- Company: Join West Oxfordshire District Council, a forward-thinking organisation focused on community support.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, health cash plan, and a local government pension scheme.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on waste management and environmental outcomes while shaping future services.
- Qualifications: Degree in Environmental Science or 5 years' relevant experience; strong contract management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Waste Contract Manager to oversee waste collection, disposal and recycling contracts, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, sustainably and in compliance with environmental legislation.
Working with partners, contractors and internal stakeholders, you will manage performance, monitor budgets, drive service improvements and identify opportunities to deliver value for money.
You will be responsible for contract management, compliance, audits, reporting and supporting waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
The role will also contribute to service transformation and organisational change programmes.
The successful candidate will have experience in waste or contract management, strong knowledge of waste regulations and sustainability practices, and excellent communication and negotiation skills.
You will play a key role in improving services, delivering value for money and supporting organisational change.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on waste management and environmental outcomes while helping to shape future service delivery.
Qualifications
- Degree in Environmental Science, Business Management, or a related field. Or 5 years’ experience in a relevant field
- Proven experience in waste management or contract management, ideally within a similar industry (e. g., facilities management, construction, manufacturing).
- Experience negotiating and managing contracts and working with external service providers.
- Strong understanding of waste management processes, regulations, and best practices.
- Knowledge of environmental sustainability and waste reduction techniques.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to facilitate and manage ongoing change
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- Special Conditions
- You will be expected to work reasonable additional hours in line with the needs of the service.
- There may be a requirement to work at other locations to meet the needs of the business.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Ability to travel / access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Benefits
- Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working
- Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)
- 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays, which increases to 30 days after five years’ service and 33 days following 10 years’ continuous service
- In addition you will have an extra two volunteering days a year for you to support a charity of your choice
- Renewed again for another year there is a Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care
- Generous contributory local government pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars
- Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements
About Us
West Oxfordshire District Council is a forward-looking council, putting residents first and working in partnership to support our communities.
We are delivering an ambitious Council Plan for the district that is focused on important local priorities including affordable housing, climate and ecological action, helping our economy to grow and building communities.
We also provide a range of important local services that make a positive impact to our district on a daily basis including planning, housing, waste and recycling collections, leisure centres, community safety and environmental health.
Joining West Oxfordshire District Council you will be helping us achieve our goals for the district and play a part in supporting our communities, our businesses and our environment.
Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.
Our organisationis committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities.
Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years’ employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
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West Oxfordshire District Council is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being of its employees while making a significant impact on the community and environment. With flexible working arrangements, generous leave policies, and a commitment to employee development, you will find a supportive work culture that encourages growth and innovation in waste management. Join us in shaping sustainable practices and delivering essential services that enhance the quality of life for our residents.
