Job Introduction
Why this role matters
As a key figure within our Waste Services team, you’ll lead a dedicated group of professionals who ensure Lincolnshire’s Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) and Waste Transfer Stations (WTSs) are operated safely, efficiently, and in line with environmental standards. Your work will contribute directly to improving recycling performance, enhancing site operations, and maintaining high-quality service for the residents of Lincolnshire.
This opportunity arises due to the planned retirement of a valued colleague, and we’re looking for someone ready to build on that legacy—shaping the future of waste management in Lincolnshire. From working closely with contractors to supporting the development of commercial partnerships, the role offers the chance to influence services that affect thousands across the county.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a hands-on, forward-thinking leader with experience in waste management and team supervision. A strong understanding of health and safety practices, compliance standards, and environmental legislation is key to enable informed decisions to be taken under pressure. This is a highly operational role where the ability to make swift, informed decisions—while taking full account of environmental legislation and the potential impact on partners—is highly valued, without the need to consult each stakeholder individually beforehand. You’ll need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, confidence in managing contracts and budgets, and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders and partner organisations.
If you have a WAMITAB Certificate of Technical Competence (Level 4 – Hazardous Waste Transfer) or are working towards it, along with practical experience in operational site management, we’d love to hear from you. An IOSH Managing Safely Certificate and experience in plant/building maintenance or operating machinery (e.g., wheeled loading shovels) would be beneficial.
This role includes participation in an evening and weekend standby rota to support out-of-hours cover and callouts. While this attracts additional pay, it also requires a degree of flexibility. The rota is managed by the postholder, with the expectation that cover is shared fairly across the team.
Who You’ll Be Working With
Our Waste Services team is a passionate and committed group that manages one of the largest waste networks in the country. You’ll be leading a close-knit operational team, including officers, operatives, and supervisors, all working towards a shared goal of environmental sustainability and service excellence.
You’ll also engage regularly with private sector contractors, local authority partners, and internal colleagues, playing an important part in delivering joined-up waste solutions across Lincolnshire. The role includes contributing to strategic developments and emergency response, making it varied and impactful.
About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
- “Green book” Local Government terms and conditions
- Access to Local Government Pension scheme (contribution rate of approx. 24%)
- Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes
- 37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working
- A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 28 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more
- Free financial wellbeing advice
Further details can be found here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council
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.
Applications will close on 01/06/25 and interviews will take place WC 09/06/25
For a confidential and informal discussion about the role please contact:
Joe Phillips - Melhuish Waste Operations and Infrastructure Manager via email joe.phillips-melhuish@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Best of luck with your application
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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