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 or operational experience, including recent graduates.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor service performance and analyse data
- Conduct site visits and resolve operational issues
- Support public engagement and behaviour change initiatives
- Contribute to projects and strategy work
- Work with contractors, councils, and internal teams
- Support procurement and compliance activities
Requirements
- Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
- Experience in operational, waste, or environmental roles (preferred)
- Understanding of waste management principles
- Environmental qualification or relevant experience (desirable)
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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