Location
County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£41,259 - £44,109 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Waste Management Delivery team at Leicestershire County Council. We are seeking a Senior Waste Operations & Contracts Management Officer with contract management experience to support the management of the Council’s Recycling and Household Waste Sites (RHWS) and Waste Transfer Station (WTS) on-site operations. As a key member of the Waste Management Delivery Team, you will lead the development and delivery of waste operational projects and improvements, recycling and treatment services, and savings initiatives including income generation. You will monitor and manage relevant budgets, procure and manage waste and maintenance contracts for RHWS, WTS, waste disposal/treatment, and environmental maintenance. You will ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation at sites, oversee operational equipment, legal consents, security systems such as CCTV, and provide support to the Waste Management Delivery teams and Team Manager as required.

Experience
- Proven experience in contract management and procurement of waste or maintenance contracts
- Experience in budget management including monitoring and planning
- Experience managing and delivering projects with a good understanding of project management principles
- Knowledge of site operations and environmental compliance
- Experience managing waste operations or equivalent operational services

About You
- Ability to build strong relationships across stakeholders using excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills
- Ability to work to tight timescales and manage multiple priorities
- Willingness and ability to travel across the County as required
- Commitment to delivering accessible and inclusive services that meet the needs of all residents
- Willingness to demonstrate understanding of the Council’s values and commitments during the selection process

Qualifications
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience in waste management, contract management, or contract procurement
- Holder of COTC or willingness to work towards it
- Membership of CIWM or willingness to work towards it
- Ability to speak fluent English as required by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016)