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Internal Applicants Only&nbsp;
We are looking for a proactive Waste Operations Team Leader to join our Waste Services team. This is an exciting internal only opportunity to lead and manage the day-to-day delivery of the East Kent Waste Services Contract, ensuring high standards of service across both Folkestone &amp; Hythe and Dover District Councils.
You will manage a team and provide leadership, coaching, and support to ensure effective contract monitoring, complaint resolution, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Oversee the monitoring and performance of the Council’s recycling, waste, and cleansing contract.</li>
<li>Lead proactive and reactive inspections, investigations, and KPI reporting.</li>
<li>Manage responses to service queries, complaints, and defaults within agreed timescales.</li>
<li>Liaise with contractors and stakeholders to resolve issues and implement service improvements.</li>
<li>Manage budgets and procurement for litter and dog-waste bins.</li>
<li>Represent the Council at meetings with community groups and partner organisations.</li>
<li>Support the Head of Waste Services with reports, policies, and contract development.</li>
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What We’re Looking For
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<li>Degree-level education (ideally in Waste or an Environmental subject) or equivalent experience.</li>
<li>3–5 years’ experience in contract management.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of waste, recycling, cleansing, and environmental legislation.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.</li>
<li>Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office).</li>
<li>Ability to travel around the districts.</li>
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We have a hybrid working approach with an expectation that you will work from the DDC Offices in Whitfield, Dover at least two days per week.
While employed by Folkestone &amp; Hythe Distirct Council the post holder will be seconded to (and line managed by) Dover District Council.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Ian Dudding (Head of Waste Services) by email: <a href="mailto:ian.dudding@dover.gov.uk" target="_blank">ian.dudding@dover.gov.uk</a> or 01304 872049.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday 12th January 2026 at 23:59
Interviews are due to be held w/c 19th January 2026

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