What is involved?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, well‑organised individual who has excellent presentation skills and the ability to work flexibly. The role will support the work of the Strategic Waste Management Team by delivering key waste hierarchy messages related to the Resources and Waste Strategy for England, 2018, at a local level in County Durham. It involves the implementation of the Waste Prevention Programme for England, focusing on the reduction of key material streams such as electrical items, textiles, furniture, food, plastics and single‑use items.
- Identify and implement waste management projects across County Durham with an emphasis on waste prevention, reuse, recycling and composting activities.
- Promote and deliver projects through county‑wide communications, community engagement and education activities.
- Arrange and undertake roadshows, awareness events and liaise with key partners such as schools, community groups, local networks, residents’ associations and independent groups.
What will I need?
Experience in the waste management sector and a proven track record of delivering waste management projects and campaigns.
- HND/HNC or equivalent in a related discipline.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and project management skills.
- Excellent IT and presentation skills.
- Strong time‑management capabilities.
Offer to you
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes an attractive salary, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (increasing to 32 days after five years of continuous local government service), membership of the contributory Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We are a pridefully equal‑opportunity employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. Applications are decided on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
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