Waste Development Officer

Waste Development Officer

Location: Waterbeach Waste Management Park, CB25 9PG
Rate of Pay: £16.35 per hour PAYE
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm with flexible hours available. Occasional weekend and evening work required.

Working Schedule: Hybrid - onsite visits required, up to 3 days onsite at Waterbeach Management Park (onsite basis to be discussed with manager) and working from home.
Duration:12-week temporary role with potential to move to a fixed-term basis with Cambridgeshire County Council until March 2028

DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS - if you do not have one, Opus People Solutions will process one on your behalf.

All applicants must hold a Valid UK Driving Licence and have access to their own vehicle.

Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our Client, Cambridgeshire County Council, for a Waste Development Officer on a temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for candidates with environmental experience or interest, including recent graduates.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support across waste service delivery and development.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of projects related to waste service delivery
• Monitor contract performance, collect and analyse data, and contribute towards reports to support decision-making.
• Undertake inspections of operational and closed waste sites throughout the County
• Support stakeholder engagement, including working with contractors, local authorities, internal teams and partner organisations
• Contribute to procurement, compliance, and governance processes linked to project delivery
• Assist with public engagement and behaviour change campaigns to support waste reduction and recycling initiatives
• Maintain accurate documentation, including correspondence, reports, and records

Requirements

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
• Experience in operational, waste, or environmental roles is desirable but not essential.
• Understanding of waste management principles is desirable but not essential.
• Environmental qualification or relevant experience is desirable but not essential.

Additional Info & Benefits

• Flexible working hours (some evenings/weekends required)
• Mileage expenses covered
• PPE provided
• Opportunity to secure a fixed-term role until March 2028

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