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Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced candidate to join Sunderland City Council on a temporary basis for their Waste Assessment Officer vacancy. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week on an initial six month assignment.

The role sits within the Council’s Environmental Services team. The incoming candidate will engage with residents to promote recycling best practices, and improve environmental standards across the city.

Main Duties:

* Represent the Council in delivering high quality refuse and recycling services; with emphasis given to educating and supporting residents on recycling and waste disposal best practices

* Carry out daily canvassing and assessments to monitor compliance with recycling regulations

* Advise residents on contamination issues and appropriate waste disposal options

* Respond to customer queries, complaints, and requests for assistance

* Conduct waste audits, including the use of body cameras for reporting and data collection

* Working with stakeholders and project partners to increase public awareness and encourage participation in recycling activities across Sunderland

* Work as a team or individually to contribute to improving environmental standards in Sunderland through challenging, influencing, educating and reducing residents’ production of household waste and increasing the volume and quality of recycling that is produced

* Based out of Jack Crawford House, Hendon, you will be provided with a Council vehicle and deployed in areas across the city and working alone or as part of a team you will influence the recycling and waste compliance habits of our residents

Essential Criteria:

* Full UK driver’s license

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Willingness to work flexible hours between 07:30 – 17:15, including weekends and public holidays as required

Desirable Criteria:

* Previous experience in waste management, environmental services, or community engagement

If your skills match the criteria for this role, please apply with your updated CV