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 £14m waste and street cleaning collection contract on behalf of four partners.
You will contribute to a programme of work across Surrey which aims to increase recycling rates in low performing areas such as flats by introducing new recycling services and making improvements to existing 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. An annual car allowance of £2,000 is paid with this role.
Full details of the role and person specification are included in the role profile, along with an outline of the specific responsibilities of the Projects Team for low performing areas.
Benefits of working for JWS include a minimum of 24 days annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme and lifestyle rewards benefits. We’re committed to providing excellent training and development opportunities and we prioritise the physical and mental wellbeing of all team members. We offer flexibility to help them maintain a good work-life balance, including working from home, where appropriate to the role.
In our 2023 staff survey we asked for three words to describe JWS and the ones most quoted were passionate, flexible, welcoming and solutions-focused. Join our team and we’ll make sure you have all the support you need to feel the same. You can read more about working for us and the full employee benefits on our website.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Cat Porter at cat.porter@jointwastesolutions.org. No agencies please.
The closing date for applications is 17th May at 12 noon.
Interviews are expected to be held during week commencing 29th May.
