Recycling Awareness and Compliance Officer

Job reference REQ
05855 Date posted 20/08/2026 Final date to receive applications 14/09/2026 Location Transfer Station Salary £33,699.00 - £37,280.00 per annum Package Generous holiday entitlement, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme with 15.3% employer contributions, discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure and excellent development opportunities.” Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Street care Services, Refuse and Recycle Attachments Reasons to work for  JDPS Recycling Awareness Compliance Officer JEID 4581 July 2026.docx

Job description

We are currently seeking an individual to join our team as a Recycling Awareness and Compliance Officer within the Waste Projects and Community Engagement Section.

We’re a small but dedicated team working directly with communities to support residents in managing their waste and improving recycling outcomes across the borough. Our work plays a key role in helping the council meet its recycling targets, and we’re proud of the impact we make every day.

One of the most rewarding aspects of our role is the variety, no two days are the same. We’re also involved in innovative projects like promoting recycling at Community Events.

“It’s a great place to work where no day is the same, whether it’s helping residents manage their waste or attending events to raise awareness about recycling.” – Team Member

If you’re passionate about sustainability, enjoy working with people, and want to be part of a team that’s making real change in the community, this is the place for you.

As a Recycling Awareness and Compliance Officer, you will be at the forefront of promoting recycling and improving waste behaviours in your designated community area. Your primary responsibility is to engage with residents to improve recycling rates and ensure compliance with waste presentation regulations.

Your daily routine involves.

Area Management:
You will be assigned a dedicated area where you will monitor and investigate issues related to the early or late presentation of household waste.

Resident Engagement:
Communicate with residents through verbal interactions and written correspondence to address non-compliance. Where necessary, escalates cases by issuing legal notices in accordance with council procedures.

Recycling Promotion:
Actively promote the benefits of recycling within your area, encouraging residents to increase the quantity and quality of recyclable materials.

Service Requests:
Respond to and complete service calls in a timely manner, ensuring all actions are logged and followed up according to established procedures.

IT System Usage:
Maintain accurate records and case notes using council IT systems daily.

Vehicle Responsibility:
You will be assigned a 3.5-tonne tipper vehicle, which you are responsible for maintaining and operating in line with council policies and procedures.

Do you have:

• 4 GCSE’s (Grade C or above) or equivalent qualification.
• Current Driving Licence and be comfortable with driving a 3.5tonne Tipper vehicle.
• Experience of dealing with the public.
• Ability to deal daily with confrontational situations.
• Good working knowledge of specific waste related legislation and guidance and associated targets.
• Ability to work under challenging work environment.

We would welcome those with experience in the following roles:
Customer Services, Enforcement Roles and other waste related roles.

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.

Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package witha remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic…