Job Information
ROLE OF THE JOB
The successful candidate will work as part of a team both locally and countywide. They will provide technical support to all aspects of Neighborhood Services with an initial focus on waste services and supporting the implementation of the Simpler Recycling legislation and associated operational changes.
Day to day activities will include:
- Providing valuable support to operational crews for service delivery including route planning
- Dealing with customer requests and enquiries and investigating complaints; liaising with stakeholders such as elected members, town and parish councils, etc.
- Monitoring contamination reports and advising residents on the correct use of our recycling service
- Monitoring and maintaining data
- System maintenance
- Monitoring progress of various projects; etc.
The post will be based at Coopies Lane Depot in Morpeth and will be working with an operational team of approximately 70 staff providing the following services:
- Waste Collections:
- Household waste
- Garden waste
- Trade waste
- Food waste
- Glass bring sites
- Bulky waste
- NEAT:
- Grounds maintenance
- Street cleansing
- Mechanical street sweeping
- Parks maintenance
- Cemetery services
We are looking for a forward thinking, positive and motivated individual who can implement new projects and systems in an ever-demanding service.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
- Experience within Waste Services is preferred, with any knowledge of route planning and optimisation a benefit.
- Effective ICT skills.
- Driving License essential.
For further information about this role, please contact Paul Lowes (Neighbourhood Services Area Manager) via email; paul.lowes@northumberland.gov.uk
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
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Further information
Please note that this is a full time position.
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We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
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Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
