Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full‑time
Department: Waste, Environment and Planning
Salary Grade 16, £77,503 to £83,584 per annum
Reference: 2025_1540
Location: County Hall, Newport, Isle of Wight and agile working
Closing date: 24 October 2025
Contact: Natasha Dix, Natasha.Dix@iow.gov.uk | 01983 823134
Job Summary
37 hours per week
The Isle of Wight Council is seeking a bold and visionary leader to take on a pivotal role in shaping the Island's environmental future. As Strategic Manager for Waste & Environment, you will be at the forefront of delivering sustainable change across a landscape that is both geographically unique and environmentally ambitious.
This role is for someone who thrives on complexity and collaboration. You will lead two dynamic teams – Waste & Public Realm, and Climate, Coast & Environment – bringing together operational delivery, strategic planning, and contract management to drive forward the council's environmental priorities. From overseeing coastal protection and beach management to delivering our Climate, Biosphere and Sustainability strategy, your work will touch every corner of the Island and every aspect of its future resilience.
You will act as deputy Authority Representative for our major Waste Contract, and lead large‑scale projects that demand both technical expertise and political sensitivity. The ability to influence, negotiate and inspire will be central to your success.
We are looking for someone with deep professional knowledge in waste and environmental services, a strong track record of leadership, and the confidence to operate at both strategic and operational levels. You will be comfortable navigating the demands of a political environment, engaging with elected members, and building trusted relationships with stakeholders across sectors.
We expect a candidate who is ambitious, resilient and driven to meet the challenge head‑on. If you are ready to lead transformative change in a council committed to sustainability, inclusion and excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits
* Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
* Local Government pension scheme
* Discounted Solent ferry travel
* Island bus network discount
* Cycle to work scheme
* Staff parking permit scheme
* Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
* National and local discounts & benefits schemes
* Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
* Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
Find out more about working for the Isle of Wight Council and living on the Island.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.
The Isle of Wight Council is a Disability Confident employer and complies with all scheduled requirements. The council also protects its employees against discrimination and provides an unacceptable behaviour policy, employee code of conduct, and values of culture and inclusivity.
Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via adverts@iow.gov.uk if you would like to receive a copy.
Reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.
Higher volume of applicants: If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternative posts that may be suitable.
Application: For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email callcentre@iow.gov.uk. Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted.
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