• Do you have skills and experience relevant to local authorities, waste management and/or managing projects?
• Are you good at written, verbal and numeric communication?
• Are you keen to help reduce waste, increase recycling and reduce the carbon impacts of waste?

If your answers are yes, we want to hear from you!

Job Purpose:

You will be responsible for the day to day delivery of projects to enhance waste and recycling services, dealing with weighbridge and other data to monitor performance and will liaise with the Communications Team to promote recycling and waste reduction initiatives. You will also be responsible for managing waste related projects in both Richmond and Wandsworth.

About us:

You will be part of a small but friendly waste team within a large workforce serving both Richmond and Wandsworth Councils.  You will work from offices in Twickenham and focus on services in Richmond, at least initially.

As the Waste Projects Officer you will:

• Identify, plan, deliver and project manage projects and initiatives, ensuring that they are focused to meet the needs and expectations of the Council, service and residents.
• Ensure that these are promoted and communicated as required.
• Have a focus on improving flats and bring bank recycling services and performance, monitoring contractors relating to associated service delivery as required. 
• Manage customer and other complaints related to these and other areas of the service.
• Liaise with local communities, Councillors, officers, funders, customers, land management agencies, Waste Disposal Authority, consultants and contractors.
• Help to develop and input into communications strategies and plans.
• Provide data for internal performance indicators and submit regular data returns used to quantify waste and recycling performance and levels of fly-tipping.
• Manage capital and revenue budgets associated with projects.

About you:

You will have:

• Knowledge and practical experience of project management.
• Knowledge of waste management legislation, regulations, policies, standards, procedures and techniques relevant to local government and be aware of current issues facing local government.
• Experience of successfully delivering effective and cost-effective complex projects.
• Experience of providing waste and recycling services.
• Experience of managing contracts and dealing with contractors.
• Experience of working in a political environment with direct contact with members.
• Experience of managing budgets within an established set of guidelines.
• Experience of engagement and development with community groups and stakeholders.
• A clean full UK driving licence and/or be able to travel to sites borough wide on a regular basis.

The service is public facing and hence excellent communication skills are required.

You will be welcomed into a service area which delivers a range of waste and street cleansing related contracts and associated services and your personal development will be encouraged.

Please submit the following:

• Your current up to date CV
• A supporting statement detailing why you are applying for the post and how you meet each of the criteria set out in the person specification.

If you would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Michael Singham, Waste Strategy Manager on 020 8871 8506.

If you are having difficulty in applying online, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0208 871 8825 or recruitment@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to see if we can offer alternative arrangements for you to apply.

Why choose us?

In return, we can offer you working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance and wellbeing including a generous holiday allowance of 31 days plus bank holidays.

In addition, we offer a range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts at many leisure activities, restaurants, shops, and other establishments. A wide range of developmental opportunities are also offered.

Indicative Recruitment Timeline:

Closing Date:  Sunday 12^th January 2020
Shortlisting Date: Week commencing Monday 13^th January 2020
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 27^th January 2020.

Useful Information:

Please note that these dates are only indicative at this stage and could be subject to change.

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

Important Information:

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

•  Waste Projects Officer - Job Profile and Person Specification