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Waste Management Specialist

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Posted 14 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL3, England

Salary

£32,000 - £38,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Waste Coordinator position is with a progressive organization focused on sustainability and employee development.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in waste management and environmental compliance, with knowledge of regulations like EPR and familiarity with OCC.
  • The role involves building relationships with recycling businesses, managing exports to a papermill in Thailand, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
  • The position offers a hybrid work schedule based in Yate, Bristol, with occasional international travel required.
  • Salary details were not specified in the job listing, but the opportunity promises personal growth and the potential for a senior role as the business expands.

Waste Coordinator

Our client is a dynamic, forward-thinking organization that prioritizes personal growth and development, creating an exceptional work environment for its employees. They are leaders in sustainability and innovation, with a strong commitment to doing the right thing for the environment and the community.

They are seeking a Waste Specialist to fill this newly created role in a growing, environmentally conscious business.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Deep knowledge of Waste Declarations and reporting process.
  • Environment Agency / DEFRA regulations, including EPR.
  • Familiarity with the PRN and PERN processes.
  • Expertise in Waste streams specifically OCC (Ordinary Corrugated Cardboard).
  • Negotiations skills in buying and working with recycling businesses in the UK.
  • Understanding of papermill operations and recycled material exports.
  • A hands-on, proactive approach with a passion for sustainability and "doing the right thing."
  • Strong documentation and process management skills.
  • A willingness to travel internationally (initial trips to Thailand, UK and Europe travel).

Main Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain relationships with local recycling businesses to source recycled cardboard.
  • Manage the export of recycled materials to the company-owned papermill in Thailand, leveraging the same containers used for product imports.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations and documentation requirements.
  • Oversee the buying of OCC from UK recycling businesses.
  • Collaborate with teams to understand and refine waste management processes.
  • Be the first point of contact for waste management operations, with the opportunity to grow into a senior role as the business expands

Required

  • Proven experience in waste management, recycling, and environmental compliance.
  • Hands-on, practical attitude with a readiness to "get dirty" and be on the front lines.
  • Exceptional knowledge of relevant regulations and processes (EPR, PRN, PERN).
  • Ability to work independently and develop the role in alignment with the business's growth.
  • Availability for occasional international travel.

Location

Yate, Bristol

Working days

Hybrid role - 2/3 days in the office

How to Apply

If you're looking for a role where you can grow, make an impact, and work in a company that genuinely cares about its people, this is the job for you! It's a fantastic opportunity to step into a growing business and help shape its future. If you are interested, please apply below, alternatively, contact Sandra on or

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.