Due to the teams expansion LCC are delighted to announce we have an exciting opportunity for a Waste Delivery Project Officer to join our Waste Services team on a full time permanent basis.

Waste Services is responsible for the disposal of municipal waste in the county.  This includes the operational responsibilities for waste infrastructure which includes Waste Transfer Stations and Household Waste Recycling Centres.  The role of Waste Delivery Project Officer will be responsible for construction projects relating to waste infrastructure across the county.

About the role

We are looking for someone who demonstrates strong project management skills with a proven track record of successful and effective delivery. You will be comfortable working at a strategic level with multiple partners and stakeholders internally and externally, influencing key decisions and championing change in a challenging environment.

This is an important role that requires leadership on the Asset Management Plan for LCC's Waste Facilities and delivery of Waste Infrastructure Projects together with their maintenance, development and redesign of sites in compliance with Health and Safety Regulations and Environment Agency requirements. 

About you

The ideal candidate should be Chartered or Incorporated with the Institution of Civil Engineers with a proven track record in project management.  Experience of designing facilities and obtaining planning permission is essential, along with site supervision and budget management experience.

Whilst the usual experience, education, knowledge and technical ‘know how’ are all pre-requisites, the ability to lead, manage and inspire a project team with the right culture, is just as critical. Likewise, is the ability to form and continually develop long term relationships with internal and external partners.

The successful candidate will also be able to express exceptional influential, negotiation and analytical skills, project management and leadership skills able to work across a range of different work streams, displaying the necessary professionalism and confidence to work with other organisations, district partners and Senior Officers. 

About the team

You will work alongside 3 other Waste Delivery Project Officers responsible for project delivery in Waste Services together with one other Waste Delivery Project Assistant and will be led by the Waste Operations and Infrastructure Manager.

About Our Offer

Along with a competitive salary we are offering:

• A Contributory pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure

If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, before clicking apply!  If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to  www.lincolnshire.gov.uk. 

LCC are proud to offer an agile and flexible approach to working where each day presents new challenges, working from home and in the local service area enabling you to strike the right balance for you and the service. If you are interested in shaping the conversation and creating change this could be the role for you. 

This role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area and therefore a valid driving licence and use of a suitable vehicle is required. Mileage will be paid. 

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Applications will close on 11/06/23  and interviews will take place on or around 26/06/23

For a confidential and informal discussion about the role please contact:

Chris Yorston via email chris.yorston@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Best of luck with your application