Project Administrator - Simpler Recycling. 1 Year Fixed Term Contract.
Directorate: Service Delivery | Vacancy type: Temporary part-time | Salary: £29,651 - £31,482 | Closing date: 04 June 2025
Vacancy Number: MDC001871
Grade of Post: E
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, working either 3 full days or across 3, 4, or 5 part-time days.
Location: This role offers remote and flexible working, as well as work within the Council Offices, subject to business need.
A full, clean driving license is required, as there is a need to drive either a personal vehicle or a Council Van to attend meetings.
Occasional attendance at meetings and events outside normal office hours across the district may be required.
Role Description
Reporting to the Waste and Commissioning & Contracts Manager, this role provides project administration support for the implementation of Simpler Recycling across the District.
The role involves working with internal and external partners to coordinate and deliver the recycling initiative, encouraging householders to comply with requirements, promoting behavior change, and reducing unnecessary resource waste.
About this role
As the Project Administrator, you will play a vital role in the Environmental Health, Waste and Climate Action team, supporting the Council’s adoption of new waste legislation.
Your responsibilities include managing and promoting the recycling program, developing partnerships with contractors, residents, and stakeholders, and ensuring records and deadlines are maintained and met.
You should have strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, including Councillors. Excellent spoken English and the ability to engage with the public are essential.
You will guide external stakeholders, including housing management companies and residents, on recycling principles, resource preservation, and waste reduction.
Additional duties include ensuring residents in flats have the necessary resources, supporting residents with recycling advice, liaising with contractors, conducting participation surveys, site visits, maintaining project documentation, attending meetings, and managing enquiries confidentially.
For an informal discussion about this position
Contact Carol Love at 01621 732711 or via email at carol.love@maldon.gov.uk, or Jayne Stevens at 01621 732712 or jane.stevens@maldon.gov.uk. Please read and download the job description for more details.
To apply
If interested, please complete the online application form available here. CVs are not accepted.
All interview notifications will be sent via email. Please provide an email address for contact. If email is unsuitable due to additional needs, contact us at 01621 854477 for support.
Due to high application volumes, responses to all applications may not be possible. If you do not hear within three weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.
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