Job vacancy details
Waste Management Officer
| Employer | Pendle Borough Council | Location | Operational Services, BB9 7YQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working Pattern | Full Time, Permanent position | Hours | 37 hours per week - generous flexi & work-life balance schemes in operation |
| Salary | Scale 6 = £22,001 - £23,473 per annum | Reference | R75 |
| Closing Date | 13/07/2009 23:59 PM | ||
Based at Fleet Street Depot in Nelson, you will assist with the day-to-day management of the Council’s Waste Management Service.
Activities will include the supervision of operational staff employed upon waste collection and street cleansing activities. The role will include the programming of daily activities and allocating work to ensure the service is delivered in an efficient and cost effective manner. As a part of this role you will be required to deal with customer requests, promote waste minimisation and act as one of the Council’s Enforcement Officers in relation to problems of Environmental Crime.
The postholder will have extensive experience of working in the Waste Management Industry, an ability to supervise and motivate staff and a thorough knowledge of disciplinary and grievance procedures. You must also have good communication, numeracy and literacy skills and a current full driving licence. You must be willing to undertake standby duties working out of normal hours and also undergo further training as required.
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the successful applicant will be subject to a police and / or other record check, known as a Disclosure, to confirm suitability for the post.
Equal Opportunities
The Council is moving towards becoming an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The Council operates a Smoke Free Policy.
