Principal Waste Haulage Officer

Leicester
1 week ago
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Our public sector client is currently looking to recruit a Principal Waste Haulage Officer to join them initially until 26th May, however could be extended if needs be

In order to apply you would need be able to

  • To manage a team, developing their skills and competencies to support changing priorities, and keeping the capabilities of the service current with business requirements.

  • To have experience in the operation of waste transport services (or equivalent service).

  • To participate in recruitment, induction, training and development programmes to help develop the service and ensure it has the skills it needs to deliver its forward programme.

  • To undertake performance management of staff including absence management, disciplinary and other relevant processes in accordance with the County Council’s policies.

  • Identify and develop new commercial opportunities to generate income and manage costs effectively.

  • Be responsible for protecting and managing information securely, and reporting breaches or suspected information security breaches, in line with Council policies.

  • To be responsible for maintaining effective partnerships and working relationships with statutory, voluntary, private agencies, District & Borough Councils and communities to promote and meet the Council’s and Department’s services and objectives.

  • To be responsible for protecting and managing information securely, and reporting breaches or suspected information security breaches, in line with Council policies.

  • Manage key waste contracts, including Bulk Haulage, Plant equipment, Treatment, Recycling, Energy from Waste (EfW) and Landfill contracts.

  • Prepare contract documentation, including contract specifications and invitations to tender, in accordance with EU legislation and County Council procedures.

  • Manage and monitor relevant waste budgets.

  • To undertake the management of directly delivered services particularly haulage operations as required

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