Waste Contracts Officer

Our Sustainability & Waste Management Team are seeking an experienced and passionate waste management professional to support the delivery of its waste disposal contracts.

We operate as the Waste Disposal Authority in a two-tier local authority structure, providing treatment and disposal solutions for up to half a million tonnes of waste per year. This role will be responsible for the monitoring of the authority's waste transfer station contract, street sweeping disposal contracts, along with several smaller contracts., You will:

• ensure the required services are delivered to the expected high standard,


• monitor contract performance to ensure value for money,


• conduct site audits


• delivering service improvements as applicable


• act as the primary point of contact for relevant Partner Authorities, supporting with day-to-day operational issues.


Whilst the core function of the role is to maintain operational service delivery, reporting to the Team Manager - Waste Contracts, you will also assist with the procurement of replacement contracts as required and support the Head of Service - Sustainability & Waste Management in delivering our waste strategy.


• Previous waste management experience and demonstrable knowledge of contract monitoring.


• Good numerical skills and be comfortable assessing and interpreting data and reports provided by contractors, Waste Collection Authorities and partner organisations.


• Excellent communication skills, able to build up good working relationships with partners and other stakeholders and be comfortable presenting information to different audiences., Disability Confident

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