Recycling Assistant

Hackney
£19.98 - £26.92 per hour
Full-time | Temporary/Contract 6 month

Hackney Council is looking for a passionate and proactive Recycling Assistant to join our Recycling Team and support key waste reduction and sustainability initiatives across the borough.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in delivering Hackney's Climate Action Plan while working directly with local communities to improve recycling services and reduce environmental impact.

As a Recycling Assistant, you will support the Recycling Officer in delivering frontline recycling and waste services across approximately 60,000 estate households. This is a varied, hands-on role with plenty of time spent out in the borough engaging with residents and monitoring services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting recycling and waste minimisation initiatives across estates and kerbside services
• Acting as a key contact for resident enquiries and resolving customer queries
• Monitoring recycling performance and carrying out site/property assessments
• Assisting with the delivery of projects, campaigns, and community engagement events
• Promoting recycling schemes and encouraging participation across diverse communities
• Collecting, analysing, and maintaining data on recycling performance
• Providing administrative support, including reports, correspondence, and spreadsheets
• Working collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and community groups

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Passionate about environmental sustainability and recycling
• Confident communicators with strong customer service skills
• Organised and able to manage a varied workload independently
• Comfortable working outdoors and engaging directly with residents
• Experienced in administration and data handling (Excel/Office systems)
• Flexible, with the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends

Experience within waste management, recycling, or community-based roles is desirable but not essential.

• Competitive hourly rate: £19.98 - £26.92 per hour
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental change
• Varied role with a mix of office, fieldwork, and community engagement
• Experience working within a respected London local authority

Candidates will complete a short written assessment prior to interview. Interviews typically last 30-40 minutes and will focus on key skills and experience.

If you're passionate about sustainability and want to make a real difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Hackney's mission for a greener future. 🌱

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