Waste Strategy Project Officer

Job Title: Waste Strategy Project Officer
Location: Antrim, but may be required to work at other local sites
Rate of pay: £19.35 per hour
Full time Monday-Friday 9-5pm
Ongoing until November 2025 min

Your Role:
This employment opportunity is for a Project Officer, working under the direction of the Waste Strategy and Sustainability Manager for the development and implementation of waste management projects, particularly the implementation of a harmonised kerbside waste & recycling collection service within the council area.
This is a key role, which will require you to work effectively with key Council Officers as well as third parties.

Your Responsibilities:
- assist in the development and implementation of a programme plan to effectively and efficiently meet objectives of applicable projects, including planning project activities, identifying resource requirements, evaluating the implementation and progress of the project;
- assist in the procurement and management of services contracts and capital purchases relating to the projects; and,
- provide analysis and outputs for evidence-based decision making, develop innovative solutions to improve timely implementation of the project and its objectives and enhance service delivery.

You will have:
- Degree or equivalent Level 6 (or higher) qualification in a relevant subject e.g. Waste Management, Project Management, Business Management etc.
Consideration may be given to applicants who do not hold a relevant qualification but who can demonstrate a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience as detailed below.

- At least 2 years' experience in each of the following:
*?setting up and managing new initiatives or projects;
*?post project evaluation;
*?procurement and contract management; and
*?budget management.

- Full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, access to a suitable form of transport to enable the duties of the post to be carried out in full.
- To be available from time to time to carry out duties outside of normal working pattern and in addition to basic contracted hours. Such additional hours will be remunerated in line with Council's approved policies at that time.

Experience of the waste sector and a working knowledge of managing projects or facilities are advantageous.

As are:

- Ability to establish effective working relationships internally and externally, including with funders, contractors and other partner bodies
- Ability to work on own initiative to meet deadlines
- Be able to demonstrate excellent planning and organisational skills
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Windows Applications

To apply for this role, please complete the form below by filling out your name and contact details, and attaching your CV.

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