We are looking for someone who enjoys working with the public, colleagues and 3rd party partners and would relish an opportunity to work collaboratively to ensure Waste Services operates to a high standard. If you have a passion for recycling and the environment this role could be ideal for you.
You will be required to work across multiple teams in Waste Services, particularly within the Operational and Performance teams.
The Operational team consists of Supervisors and Operatives that play a critical role in providing Waste Disposal Services at a network of Waste Transfer Stations and Household Waste Recycling Centres across the county of Lincolnshire.
The Performance team consists of Officers that implement waste and recycling initiatives and lead on their role out by engaging with the public to help inform and assist them in how to comply with said initiatives.
The successful applicant will become part of a bigger Waste Services Team which is strongly driven to achieve environmental improvements in an ever-growing sector.
You will become an expert in supporting the different teams across Waste Services and being to able to successfully integrate and adapt to work in each of these teams.
You will enjoy working with a changeable workload and demonstrate flexibility to work across different locations across Lincolnshire depending upon operational requirements. You will be a team player and boast excellent communication skills, with a passion for amazing customer service with a solutions based approach. Responsible for maintaining records and handling data it is essential you have a keen eye for detail. You will be reactive to the needs of the service, and have experience of dealing with site maintenance and be able to identify site problems as early as possible.
Please be aware the role is required to manually handle material when loading vehicles for sampling and waste collection and also assisting the public at Recycling Centres so a certain level of physical fitness is required.
Applicants must have a full clean driving license and access to a vehicle. Mileage will be paid.
Overtime opportunites could be available.
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
- A Contributory pension
- Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
- Flexible working policies
- Career progression opportunities
- A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure
If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, before clicking apply! If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk.
Applications will close on 21/03/23 and interviews will take place WC 03/04/23
For a confidential and informal discussion about the role please contact:
Chris Yorston, Waste Infrastructure and Operations Manager via email [email protected]
Best of luck with your application
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.