Are you passionate about the environment and recycling and have strong reporting writing skills and experience of working in waste minimisation together with an educational background in environmental sciences?
We have a great opportunity to join Braintree District Council to lead the waste minimisation team and to focus on tackling climate change and encourage residents to minimise waste and maximise opportunities in the circular economy.
You will manage a small team providing a high standard of operational, administrative and technical support relating to climate change and waste management across the District
The climate crisis is one of the most significant issues to face our society, our environment and the planet. We have seen a rapid global rise in greenhouse gas emissions over the last 100 years and a trend towards increasing global average temperatures over the last century.
We declared a Climate Change Emergency in July 2019 and announced a target to be carbon neutral as a Council as far as practical by 2030, as well as supporting our communities to reduce the impacts of climate change across the Braintree District.
Waste Minimisation and Sustainability Officer – You:
The role will require you to be flexible with your hours which could occasionally start at 6.30am when liaising with the refuse and recycling crews. Occasional evening and weekend working may also be required in this role in order to attend evening meetings/talks and weekend events.
Waste Minimisation and Sustainability Officer – Benefits:
Further details can be found in the Job Profile.
Why choose Braintree District Council?
Braintree is an ambitious and dynamic Council and is becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.
Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative, innovative and forward thinking approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Midnight Thursday 30th September 2021