Waste Prevention Officer | JobsGoPublic.com

{"mutations":[],"queries":[{"state":{"data":{"applicationInsightsConnectionString":"InstrumentationKey=986dca8f-ea1f-417a-a41d-912bfa27aec1;IngestionEndpoint=https://westeurope-5.in.applicationinsights.azure.com/;LiveEndpoint=https://westeurope.livediagnostics.monitor.azure.com/;ApplicationId=b91c4025-ea5a-4c27-a932-6754799efa0c","gtmId":"GTM-NDS7R2","features":{"AppliedJobsView":true,"CandidateRedesign":true,"CvParsing":true,"FullCandidateProfile":true,"HeaderJobsButton":true,"ImageOptimization":true,"JobSearchPreferences":true,"LogosFromSameDomain":true,"MakeWaves":false,"MatchedJobs":true,"NewJobTypes":true,"NewNavbar":true,"NewPlacesAutocomplete":true,"PdfJobDocuments":true,"ReciteMe":true,"UploadCV":false}},"dataUpdateCount":1,"dataUpdatedAt":1749619046508,"error":null,"errorUpdateCount":0,"errorUpdatedAt":0,"fetchFailureCount":0,"fetchFailureReason":null,"fetchMeta":null,"isInvalidated":false,"status":"success","fetchStatus":"idle"},"queryKey":["configuration"],"queryHash":"[\"configuration\"]"},{"state":{"data":{"id":"b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393","title":"Waste Prevention Officer","synonyms":["Waste Prevention Officer"],"reference":"LBC03825","description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03825</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Fixed Term / Secondment</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>14 May 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Waste, Recycling and Environmental Services</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Secondment/FTC for 6 Months\nThis position is available as a secondment opportunity for 6 months. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.\nWe’re looking for a Waste Prevention Officer to play a key role in shaping and delivering innovative recycling and re-use initiatives.\nIn this role, you’ll take the lead—alongside our Strategic Support Manager—on all things recycling and re-use within our waste management service. Your work will directly contribute to implementing projects that support the waste hierarchy and align with both local and national waste strategies.\nThis isn’t a desk-bound job. We need someone dynamic and proactive, ready to respond to challenges as they arise. You’ll be working closely with the Head of Waste Prevention and Commercial Operations, ensuring our services are not only efficient and effective, but also delivered safely, on time, and within budget.\nWhat you’ll be doing:\n<ul>\n<li>Leading the development and implementation of recycling and re-use initiatives.</li>\n<li>Supporting service performance across Waste Management.</li>\n<li>Working within agreed budgets, timeframes, and Health & Safety legislation.</li>\n<li>Acting as a key contact for waste prevention queries and improvement opportunities.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nIndustry Experience You’ll bring demonstrable experience of working within the waste sector, with a clear understanding of day-to-day operations and wider service delivery. Experience in supervising services is also essential, particularly in environments focused on performance standards and targets.\nTechnical and Analytical Skills You should be comfortable producing clear, concise technical reports and drafting detailed correspondence, including recommendations for senior management and Council committees. A strong grasp of IT systems and data presentation tools will be beneficial.\nCommunication and Interpersonal Abilities Excellent communication skills are a must—both written and verbal. You’ll also need to be confident when negotiating with or persuading others, whether that’s colleagues, stakeholders, or members of the public.\nKnowledge of Waste Management and Health & Safety A thorough understanding of best practices in waste management, relevant legislation, and associated Health & Safety requirements is essential. This knowledge should be grounded within an operational policy context.\nEducational Background We’re looking for a graduate-level or professionally qualified candidate in a related field, or someone who can demonstrate equivalent experience and knowledge.\nAwareness of Sector Initiatives Awareness or experience of training and guidance from organisations such as WRAP, DEFRA, or similar is highly desirable, along with a wider understanding of current waste operations and environmental service delivery.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\n\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: \n<ul>\n<li>\nFrom 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\nBuying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\nCareer Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\nPension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\nGenerous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\nWork/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns\n</li>\n<li>\nTraining and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\nStaff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\nArriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel </li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n\nWe understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"{{SIGN-IN-REQUIRED}}\">https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"{{SIGN-IN-REQUIRED}}\">download: Waste Prevention Officer July 2024.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"{{SIGN-IN-REQUIRED}}\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","jobType":"Conservation","employerType":"Local Government","howToApplyText":"","employer":"Luton Borough Council","employerId":"661a6a2c-64d6-4377-91e8-3d3a421b6b0a","department":"","departmentId":"","location":"Kingsway/Town Hall","locationHierarchy":[{"types":["postal_code"],"value":"LU1 2BJ"},{"types":["route"],"value":"George Street West"},{"types":["postal_town"],"value":"Luton"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_2","political"],"value":"Luton"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"value":"England"},{"types":["country","political"],"value":"United Kingdom"}],"locationType":3,"salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","salaryFrom":37938,"salaryTo":40476,"exactSalary":null,"salaryFrequency":"year","workingPatterns":[1],"workingHoursDescription":"37 Hours Per Week","contractType":5,"dbsCheckRequired":false,"dbsType":0,"publishDate":"2025-05-12T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T22:59:59.000Z","applicationMethod":1,"applicationUrl":null,"documents":[],"logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4ea3488b-2fcb-487d-ac0a-f92727f92879.jpg","awardLogoUris":[],"canonicalUrl":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393","createdDate":"2025-05-12T13:25:41.000Z","applicationFormName":"","onHold":false,"expired":true,"featuredJob":false,"featuredJobRefreshed":false,"enhanced":false,"applied":false},"dataUpdateCount":1,"dataUpdatedAt":1749619046516,"error":null,"errorUpdateCount":0,"errorUpdatedAt":0,"fetchFailureCount":0,"fetchFailureReason":null,"fetchMeta":null,"isInvalidated":false,"status":"success","fetchStatus":"idle"},"queryKey":["jobDetails","b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393?signup=true"],"queryHash":"[\"jobDetails\",\"b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393?signup=true\"]"},{"state":{"data":{"id":"b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393","title":"Waste Prevention Officer","synonyms":["Waste Prevention Officer"],"reference":"LBC03825","description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03825</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Fixed Term / Secondment</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>14 May 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Waste, Recycling and Environmental Services</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Secondment/FTC for 6 Months\nThis position is available as a secondment opportunity for 6 months. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.\nWe’re looking for a Waste Prevention Officer to play a key role in shaping and delivering innovative recycling and re-use initiatives.\nIn this role, you’ll take the lead—alongside our Strategic Support Manager—on all things recycling and re-use within our waste management service. Your work will directly contribute to implementing projects that support the waste hierarchy and align with both local and national waste strategies.\nThis isn’t a desk-bound job. We need someone dynamic and proactive, ready to respond to challenges as they arise. You’ll be working closely with the Head of Waste Prevention and Commercial Operations, ensuring our services are not only efficient and effective, but also delivered safely, on time, and within budget.\nWhat you’ll be doing:\n<ul>\n<li>Leading the development and implementation of recycling and re-use initiatives.</li>\n<li>Supporting service performance across Waste Management.</li>\n<li>Working within agreed budgets, timeframes, and Health & Safety legislation.</li>\n<li>Acting as a key contact for waste prevention queries and improvement opportunities.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nIndustry Experience You’ll bring demonstrable experience of working within the waste sector, with a clear understanding of day-to-day operations and wider service delivery. Experience in supervising services is also essential, particularly in environments focused on performance standards and targets.\nTechnical and Analytical Skills You should be comfortable producing clear, concise technical reports and drafting detailed correspondence, including recommendations for senior management and Council committees. A strong grasp of IT systems and data presentation tools will be beneficial.\nCommunication and Interpersonal Abilities Excellent communication skills are a must—both written and verbal. You’ll also need to be confident when negotiating with or persuading others, whether that’s colleagues, stakeholders, or members of the public.\nKnowledge of Waste Management and Health & Safety A thorough understanding of best practices in waste management, relevant legislation, and associated Health & Safety requirements is essential. This knowledge should be grounded within an operational policy context.\nEducational Background We’re looking for a graduate-level or professionally qualified candidate in a related field, or someone who can demonstrate equivalent experience and knowledge.\nAwareness of Sector Initiatives Awareness or experience of training and guidance from organisations such as WRAP, DEFRA, or similar is highly desirable, along with a wider understanding of current waste operations and environmental service delivery.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\n\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: \n<ul>\n<li>\nFrom 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\nBuying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\nCareer Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\nPension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\nGenerous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\nWork/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns\n</li>\n<li>\nTraining and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\nStaff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\nArriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel </li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n\nWe understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"{{SIGN-IN-REQUIRED}}\">https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"{{SIGN-IN-REQUIRED}}\">download: Waste Prevention Officer July 2024.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"{{SIGN-IN-REQUIRED}}\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","jobType":"Conservation","employerType":"Local Government","howToApplyText":"","employer":"Luton Borough Council","employerId":"661a6a2c-64d6-4377-91e8-3d3a421b6b0a","department":"","departmentId":"","location":"Kingsway/Town Hall","locationHierarchy":[{"types":["postal_code"],"value":"LU1 2BJ"},{"types":["route"],"value":"George Street West"},{"types":["postal_town"],"value":"Luton"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_2","political"],"value":"Luton"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"value":"England"},{"types":["country","political"],"value":"United Kingdom"}],"locationType":3,"salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","salaryFrom":37938,"salaryTo":40476,"exactSalary":null,"salaryFrequency":"year","workingPatterns":[1],"workingHoursDescription":"37 Hours Per Week","contractType":5,"dbsCheckRequired":false,"dbsType":0,"publishDate":"2025-05-12T01:00:00+00:00","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T22:59:59+00:00","applicationMethod":1,"applicationUrl":null,"documents":[],"logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4ea3488b-2fcb-487d-ac0a-f92727f92879.jpg","awardLogoUris":[],"canonicalUrl":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393","createdDate":"2025-05-12T13:25:41+00:00","applicationFormName":"","onHold":false,"expired":true,"featuredJob":false,"featuredJobRefreshed":false,"enhanced":false,"applied":false},"dataUpdateCount":1,"dataUpdatedAt":1749619046739,"error":null,"errorUpdateCount":0,"errorUpdatedAt":0,"fetchFailureCount":0,"fetchFailureReason":null,"fetchMeta":null,"isInvalidated":false,"status":"success","fetchStatus":"idle"},"queryKey":["similarJobs","b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393?signup=true"],"queryHash":"[\"similarJobs\",\"b60eade5-1e07-4969-be76-c46ab93fe393?signup=true\"]"}]}

AppliedJobsView

CandidateRedesign

CvParsing

FullCandidateProfile

HeaderJobsButton

ImageOptimization

JobSearchPreferences

LogosFromSameDomain

MatchedJobs

NewJobTypes

NewNavbar

NewPlacesAutocomplete

PdfJobDocuments

ReciteMe

Placeholder job title

Placeholder department

Placeholdertown (On site)