One of our local authority clients are currently recruiting for a Waste and Recycling Officer. This is a temporary contract for 3 months with possible further extension based on budget and performance.
Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary
The successful post holder will be part of a growing team, engaging and communicating with residents about waste minimisation, maximising their recycling and transforming their waste behaviours; working towards both London-wide and national recycling targets. The post holder will deliver an effective, efficient and customer focused service in line with Corporate Policies and within national and local legislative requirements.
They will provide high quality and comprehensive technical and administrative customer focussed support to a team or service, in relation to any of the functions undertaken. They will deliver a flexible, positive and responsive service that meets customer demands which may include working extended or flexible hours or working off-site. They will also help to keep up to date with developments and practices in the service.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Understand and be responsive to the needs of the customer, offering technical advice and guidance both written and verbal, and present a positive and professional image to the customer at all times, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
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