Waste and Recycling Adviser

at  Wessex Water

We have an exciting opportunity for a Waste and Recycling Adviser to join a new, small team in the Environmental Solutions department, supporting the business in all aspects of waste management.
If you have waste management experience and knowledge of processes in either the water or construction and demolition industry, then we want to hear from you!
This role would suit someone who likes engaging with internal teams and external suppliers face to face, as well as understanding and managing all aspects of the 200,000 tonnes of waste we generate each year.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

To be successful you will have an excellent understanding of all the types of waste that could be generated by the business and the drive to sustainably and efficiently manage them.

In addition, we are looking for someone with:

• a degree or equivalent level of experience in a science or environmental subject
• sound knowledge of wastewater treatment and construction processes
• two years of experience in a similar or related role
• IT literacy
• data analysis skills, including being comfortable using Microsoft Excel to an intermediate level
• a valid full UK driving license.

WHO WE ARE

We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.
The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment.
Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support.
We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.
This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need.

You will provide technical advice to teams on waste management issues and help to guide the business using data and your specialist insights to ensure we minimise waste generated and comply with all waste management legislation.

Additionally, you will be involved in:

• managing waste framework contracts to ensure compliance with agreed service level standards, external legislation and continuity of supply
• helping to develop new circular economy opportunities
• providing technical support to operational staff
• conducting internal and external (supply chain) waste management improvement reviews to monitor performance, identify non-compliance, identify risk areas and set improvement plans
• liaising with various internal and external stakeholders.