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Recycling Officer
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
2 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
30 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
6-Month Contract with Local Authority
Summary
- The Recycling Officer is integral to the successful delivery of the Food Waste Collection Project a high-profile and time-sensitive service. This role is pivotal in engaging with residents promoting behavior change increasing participation in recycling initiatives and supporting broader environmental and Council objectives. Primarily field-based the position also involves administrative and project support responsibilities acting as the public face of the service.
Responsibilities
- Lead community engagement efforts across street scene and waste services.
- Engage with residents through door knocking public events outreach activities school assemblies and community sessions.
- Promote food waste recycling environmental initiatives and sustainable behaviors.
- Provide clear guidance to residents on service operations and their environmental impact.
- Manage and respond to service queries resolving issues promptly and effectively.
- Organize and support events ensuring resources scheduling and compliance with Health & Safety requirements.
- Liaise with councillors community groups schools volunteers and external partners to deliver initiatives and projects.
Essential Experience
- Experience in planning organizing and problem-solving across multiple projects.
- Proven experience working with the public community groups and volunteers.
- Strong background in delivering excellent customer service and managing challenging situations.
Essential Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 GCSEs (Grade 94 / A*C) including Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Full UK driving licence.
- Knowledge of budgeting processes and compiling supporting financial information.
- Understanding of quotation processes for works and services.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 37 hours per week.
- Enhanced DBS required.
- Driving license required.
- Interviews to take place face-to-face at Prince Rock Depot starting the week of 15/6 with an immediate start.
- Location: Prince Rock Depot Macadam Road Prince Rock Plymouth Devon PL4 0RZ United Kingdom.
- Bi-weekly work schedule.
- The role closes on 4th June 2026 apply ASAP.
Required Skills:
The Recycling Officer plays a key role in delivering the Food Waste Collection Project ensuring successful implementation of a high-profile time-sensitive service
Required Education:
The Recycling Officer plays a key role in delivering the Food Waste Collection Project ensuring successful implementation of a high-profile time-sensitive service
