Waste Services Team Leader

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Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.

Chesterfield Borough Council is seeking a temporary waste services team leader to cover a period of maternity leave for up to 12 months.

We are looking for a proactive, customer-focused individual to lead our waste services team and act as a key point of contact for service users, contractors, and council colleagues. The successful candidate will ensure the service is delivered professionally, efficiently, and in line with our commitment to value for money. They will also contribute positively to the ongoing development, commercialisation, and reputation of the service.

This is a varied and fast paced role. The ideal candidate will be confident in dealing with customer enquiries by phone and email, possess strong IT skills to maintain accurate records, and demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities. They will be resilient and patient when supporting customers who may be concerned about disposing of their waste, and capable of managing unexpected challenges such as adverse weather or vehicle breakdowns.

The role is primarily office-based, although visits to waste disposal and treatment sites will be required. A sound understanding of waste-related legislation is essential, and previous experience within a local authority setting would be an advantage.

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description above. If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Colin Clark at colin.clark@chesterfield.gov.uk or Shirley Hallam at shirley.hallam@chesterfield.gov.uk .

How to apply

Interested candidates should initially apply with a CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role to HRJobs@chesterfield.gov.uk, no later than the closing date below.

You can use our template if you do not have your own CV, by downloading it here.

Closing date: 15th February 2026
Provisional interview date: 23rd February 2026

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.