Overview
Wiltshire Council is seeking an experienced Waste Management Contract & Compliance Lead to manage and oversee complex, high-value waste treatment and disposal contracts. Working within the Environment Directorate, this role is pivotal in delivering statutory Waste Services across the county, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, and leading a team of specialists. The post-holder will play a senior role in contract management, performance monitoring, and service improvement, supporting the council's waste strategy and transformation initiatives under the Environment Act 2021. The role includes full day-to-day management of multi-million-pound waste treatment and disposal contracts, including recycling centres, landfill, composting, and energy from waste.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a specialist team responsible for contract compliance, monitoring, and commissioning activities.
* Act as Deputy Authorised Representative for waste contracts, with delegated authority to approve monthly spend and service amendments.
* Provide senior technical and strategic advice on waste legislation, permitting, and compliance issues.
* Monitor and analyse contract and service performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
* Lead service development projects and implement changes to ensure continued environmental and statutory compliance.
* Represent the council at regional and national meetings, deputising for senior managers where necessary.
* Liaise with internal stakeholders (Legal, Procurement, Health & Safety) and external agencies (Environment Agency) to ensure robust service delivery and legal compliance.
* Respond to complex complaints, councillor enquiries, and public/media interest in service-related matters.
Qualifications & Experience
* Extensive experience managing large-scale, high-value contracts, preferably in a technical or waste services environment.
* Strong understanding of waste management legislation, environmental compliance, and health & safety in contracted services.
* Proven ability to manage budgets, analyse complex data, and produce technical reports for senior stakeholders.
* Experience in project management, risk management, and delivering service improvements.
* Excellent organisational, communication, and negotiation skills, with a track record of managing diverse teams.
* Skilled in stakeholder engagement, including navigating political and public service environments.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant contract or data management systems.
* Experience in leading staff performance, development, and succession planning.
* Experience working in a local authority or public sector setting.
* Familiarity with Extended Producer Responsibility and compliance schemes.
* Commissioning experience specifically within Waste or Environmental Services.
* Degree in a relevant field or substantial experience in commissioning and contract management.
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