Projects Officer (Recycling Improvements)

Do you have experience in project management and an interest in tackling environmental issues?

This role will be responsible for undertaking projects for Joint Waste Solutions, the team that
delivers recycling improvement work on behalf of a partnership that includes all of Surrey’s
councils and manages a £15m waste and street cleaning collection contract on behalf of four
partners.

You will contribute to a programme of work across Surrey which aims to improve recycling rates
in areas with lower levels such as flats, by introducing new food recycling services and making
improvements to other existing recycling services. You’ll also monitor and evaluate the success
of initiatives, and work with colleagues within Joint Waste Solutions and across the wider
partnership to identify opportunities for further improvements.

The successful candidate will have experience in waste management or the wider environmental
sector, experience of engaging with residents and encouraging them to use services effectively,
and project delivery. You’ll also need to demonstrate experience of effective partnership
working and the ability to work flexibly and under your own initiative.

Please note that the role involves travelling across Surrey and taking a hands-on approach
whilst working outdoors on a regular basis. 

Full details of the role and person specification are included in the role profile on our website, along with
an outline of the specific responsibilities of the Projects (recycling improvements) team.

Benefits include a minimum of 24 days annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme and
lifestyle rewards benefits.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Cat Porter at
[email protected]. No agencies please.

The closing date for applications is 07th October at 10am.

Interviews are expected to be held during week commencing 14th October.