Waste & Recycling Project Officer in Westoning

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for reducing contamination of residential recycling streams.
• Lead projects to encourage compliance with new Simpler Recycling legislation.
• Work collaboratively with Buckinghamshire Council Officers to develop and deliver projects.
• Conduct site visits and area assessments to identify problem zones and improvement opportunities.
• Engage in community outreach and engagement activities.
• Document and track community feedback and suggestions.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, progress reports and action plans.
• Implement standardised processes for data collection and reporting.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure deliverables are met.
• Perform geographic area analysis and needs assessment.
• Handle project documentation and reporting responsibilities.
• Manage stakeholder relationship management.
• Focus on sustainable solution development.
• Conduct compliance monitoring and tracking.
• Coordinate cross-functional team activities.
• Prepare effective communication material for residents.
• Prepare reports and present information.
• Deliver service training to operational waste and recycling collection crews.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good understanding of Google Suite, specifically Slides, Sheets & Docs.
• Good attention to detail skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Prior experience/knowledge of the Waste Industry.
• Understanding of behaviour change and environmental communication projects.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave.
• Access to our people's pension scheme.
• Free physiotherapy service.
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers.
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

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