Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
This is a very exciting time in the strategic waste department with a lot happening with waste and recycling in Stockton in the coming years.
As a result of recent service reviews an opportunity has arisen within Stockton Borough Council’s Community Services department for a Waste Strategy Officer.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to help shape and promote the Council’s waste and recycling services for the residents, businesses and visitors of the borough. The role will require you to positively contribute in a customer focused environment where we never lose sight of the fact we are here to serve the people of Stockton on Tees.
As the Waste Strategy Officer you will have a key role in supporting delivery of a number of important projects including a new waste disposal contract, a new Household Waste Recycling Centre contract and, implementing the outcomes of the Resources and Waste Strategy for England (2018) and the national consultations on consistency in collections, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Deposit Return Scheme (DRS)
The role will also help support the councils ambitious Environmental Sustainability and Carbon Reduction Strategy 2022-2032 where you will champion the councils delivery of day to day waste, recycling and waste minimisation initiatives and develop current reuse, repair and upcycling projects.
The role will also be required to work closely with the Operations department in delivering Stockton Borough Councils essential front line services.
In return we offer an excellent total reward package, including:
- 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service. Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
- Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement
- Access to a number of employee benefits including an employee counselling service, Physiotherapy, salary sacrifice Car Lease Scheme and more.
Working arrangements –working onsite at the council depot in Stockton, and at our other Council buildings within the borough (where appropriate), and the ability to work from home.
If you think this exciting new role if for you and would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Ed Tannahill (Waste Strategy Manager) on 01642 527259.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,852.00-£29,439.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 247129
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