Waste Minimisation Officer
Trafford Council
Location: Trafford Town Hall - Stretford, One Trafford Depot - Wythenshawe and various locations across Trafford
Salary range: Band 5 (£31,067 to £32,654)
Trafford council is a Living Wage Employer.
Contract type: 12 month fixed term
Working Pattern: Full time
Working hours: 36.25 per week
The role is based at the One Trafford Depot in Wythenshawe and involves daily visits to residents and properties within Trafford, using a Council van.
Flexibility will be required to work outside of regular office hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on occasion, including very early starts to monitor bin collections and exchange bins. Out of hours working is always planned in advance so you will have plenty of notice.
The role is agile and includes working from various locations including Trafford Town Hall and the One Trafford Depot, with some home working.
We will offer flexibility where we can. If you are interested in the role please speak to the recruiting manager about what flexibility they might consider.
Application deadline: 22 January 2025
Interview date: 30 January 2025
Interview type: In person, One Trafford Depot
About the Role
Trafford is one of the top recyclers in the Country and this is an exciting role in a small team that loves everything to do with bins, rubbish and recycling.
You will promote waste minimisation and recycling to the residents of Trafford. You will be out of the office most days talking to residents, schools and community groups, trying to change their behaviour getting them to waste less and recycle more.
About you
You will have excellent customer service skills and be able to engage in lively discussions about waste and recycling. You will want to connect with the residents of Trafford to help them waste less and recycle more. As a team player, you will forge positive working relationships with key stakeholders.
Your style and approach will reflect our EPIC values: a commitment to continual learning and improvement for effective outcomes; valuing and respecting others' contributions; taking ownership of your actions and learning from mistakes when they occur; and enjoying personal responsibility to resolve issues and adapt your approach to make a difference.
About us
Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential.
Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.
Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.
Additional Information
You will be required to drive a Council van in this role.
Contact Details
For further information on the role please contact Anna Duncan and we can arrange a discussion, or provide further detail on the opportunities the role offers:
Email: anna.duncan@trafford.gov.uk
Mobile: 07548094221
About the benefits
You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.
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