Location: Aylesbury
Overview
The Deputy Head of North Waste Collection and Street Scene is responsible for the delivery of five frontline in-house statutory services across North Buckinghamshire: waste collection (domestic and commercial), street cleansing, grounds maintenance, waste fleet management and a newly developed waste transfer station.
The role provides indirect leadership to circa 180 employees, which includes frontline, supervisory and support functions.
The role identifies and implements service-wide operational improvements and developments, ensuring that services are delivered safely and to a high customer quality. The role requires the ability to work effectively within the political arena with multiple stakeholders, ranging from front-line staff to councillors.
The role will support strategic initiatives as defined by Services and Portfolio Priorities and provide solutions to emerging new legislation.
Salary up to £78,540
About us
Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.
Our Communities Directorate – Neighbourhood Services delivers a wide range of essential, customer-facing services across the county that our residents, businesses, and visitors rely on every day. This includes Waste collection and disposal.
About the role
No two days are ever the same in this dynamic and fast-paced environment. As part of the Senior Management Team, you'll be at the forefront of both strategic planning and operational delivery.
The team takes pride in its ability to respond swiftly and professionally to the diverse and often complex challenges that come with managing a large, multi-faceted service. Whether it's shaping long-term service improvements or navigating day-to-day operational demands, this role offers variety, impact, and the opportunity to make a real difference. Key Accountabilities for the role:
1. We are looking for someone who has experience of operating at a senior management level in a complex organisation, ideally within waste and in the public realm.
2. Knowledge and understanding of Transport Management, in specific Operators Licence compliance is desirable.
3. Knowledge and understanding of Environment Permit compliance.
4. Essential - Relevant degree, ideally in waste or environmental management or significant relevant waste management experience.
5. Desirable - Waste management Certificate of Technical Competence (Level 4 in Waste Management Operations) (Managing Transfer Hazardous Waste (Level 4) and continuing competence
Fixed
As a ‘fixed’ worker, you’ll spend most of your time in the same location, which will likely be a fixed office or location where your role is performed. Typically, you’ll be based in the same location as the rest of your team, because you provide a particular service from that fixed location or need access to information there.
About you
Are you a motivated and enthusiastic professional with a passion for delivering high-quality frontline services? We’re looking for someone with the drive and ambition to lead and manage a key operational service for residents and customers in the North area of Buckinghamshire Council.
As the Deputy Head of North Waste Collection and Street Scene, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our services run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. You’ll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, resolving complex challenges, and implementing innovative solutions that meet both customer expectations and legal requirements.
We’re seeking someone who:
6. Brings energy, commitment, and a proactive approach to service delivery.
7. Has a strong understanding of health and safety legislation and its application in operational environments.
8. Can confidently take ownership of complex issues and deliver timely, effective resolutions.