Main Purpose of the Role
Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of something meaningful. It's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.
We currently have the following opportunity:
Waste Services Co-ordinator - PKC13305
£45,987 - £49,065 - (Fixed Term until 1 November 2027)
Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull Street Perth, PH1 5GD
This is an exciting opportunity to join our well established Climate Change and Zero Waste Team with the aim to help deliver waste and resources elements in our soon-to-be published Circular Economy Strategy.
We have a fixed term vacancy for a Co-ordinator who will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Community Waste Team who offer help and support to residents, communities and housing associations, amongst others in ensuring maximum participation in household recycling services, reducing residual waste, review public toilet and comfort scheme provisions and compliance with Council’s statutory obligations on waste/resource and litter related issues. Along with this is the requirement to meet the Scottish Governments targets and ambitions. You will be expected to contribute to the development of new strategies, review current relevant related waste and litter strategies as well as assist with the roll out of any new services and initiatives.
In order to undertake the above, there is an expectation that the postholder will have knowledge of current waste, recycling legislation and policy along with an awareness of the many changes due to be implemented in the upcoming years.
The interviews will be held on Tuesday 6th January (in-person at Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull Street. Perth PH1 5GD)
This is a hybrid role, with a minimum of 2 days office/depot based.
What we need:
• A highly organised person who is an effective communicator.
• Must have a passion for working to improve public services and work well within a team as well as independently.
• A problem solver with the ability to think on your feet.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Good attention to detail and have the ability to keep accurate records.
• A team motivator, mentor and leader.
• Prioritise workloads effectively, reprioritising as and when required.
• Prepare and present coherent written material, reports and presentations.
• Produce high quality work to required deadlines.
• Interact with a range of people and teams both internally and externally.
• Illustrate a strong customer focus.
• Work with a range of external organisations, stakeholders and contractors.
Skills & Experience Required
Skills & Experience:
• You will be educated to Degree level or equivalent, or have a minimum 3 years relevant work experience.
• Whilst not essential a Project Management qualification is desirable, along with a relevant Professional Membership of a Waste, Procurement or Financial Institute.
• An awareness and understanding of the waste management industry and waste legislation is required.
• Financial awareness and ability to manage budgets.
• Strategy development.
• An understanding and awareness of Health & Safety requirements (IOSHH and risk assessment qualification is advantageous).
• Awareness of procurement processes and management of contracts.
Whilst not a common occurrence you will be willing to work in all weathers and be flexible to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
You must possess a Full UK driving licence (ownership of a car is not necessary as pool cars are available)
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Here's what we can offer you :
* A generous annual leave package
* 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day
* Eligibility to join our pension scheme
* Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework
* Flexi time
* Access to a range of benefits
We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.
For purposes of connection and collaboration with colleagues and with the community we serve, our full-time employees work on site for a minimum of 2 days per week with the arrangements for part time employees being agreed on a basis which will ensure that they benefit to an equivalent degree. Our FAQs on hybrid working can be found here Hybrid working FAQs. We are committed to being a more inclusive employer - to ensure we can consider any reasonable adjustments, please either contact the recruiting manager to discuss any individual circumstances, discuss at interview or, if you prefer, after any conditional offer is made.
Next Steps
We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Nicola Simpson, Zero Waste Team Leader on her email address: nsimpson@pkc.gov.uk to find out more.
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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 references, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.
We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.
Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.
To comply with Baseline Personnel Security Standard, you will be required to complete a Disclosure Scotland check.
If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.
A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.