Waste Services Officer


Company:	East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Aug 2026
Closing date:	12 Sept 2026

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Summary

Chesterfield Borough Council

Closing date: 25 August 2026

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.

Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.

Do you want to help residents recycle more, reduce waste and make a visible difference to Chesterfield’s environment?

Chesterfield Borough Council is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and community-focused waste services officer with a focus on recycling to join our waste services team.

About the role

In this practical and rewarding role, you will work with residents, council colleagues, community groups and contractors to improve recycling quality, tackle contamination and support better waste services across the borough.

What you will be doing

work with the Council’s waste collection contractor to tackle recycling contamination and refuse bin misuse

monitor kerbside recycling and garden waste collections to help improve service performance

resolve enquiries and complaints, keep accurate records and support clear reporting

inspire residents to recycle more and reduce waste

spot opportunities to improve services and increase the quality and quantity of recycled materials

support waste and recycling arrangements for new developments and help deliver small-scale improvement projects.

About you

You will be someone who enjoys working with people, can stay organised in a busy frontline service and is motivated by practical environmental improvement. You will bring confidence, flexibility and a positive approach, along with experience in customer service, presentations or public engagement, and good IT skills.

What we are looking for

five GCSEs at grades A* to C, or equivalent, including Maths, English and ICT

a full clean driving licence

strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively

confidence building positive relationships with residents, community groups and partner organisations

experience in customer service, a busy office environment or delivering presentations

knowledge of waste management, local government experience, or relevant waste, IT, marketing or publicity qualifications would be desirable

Additional information

The role requires flexibility, including evenings, weekends and work at different Council venues where needed. If you are ready to help communities make greener choices and improve recycling across Chesterfield, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For an informal conversation, please contact Shirley Hallam (Head of Environmental and Streetscene Services) via email at

Shirley.Hallam@Chesterfield.gov.uk or for further information, view the job description and person specification attached.

How to apply

Interested candidates should initially apply with a CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role to HRJobs@chesterfield.gov.uk, no later than the closing date below.

You can use our template if you do not have your own

CV, by downloading it here.

Provisional interview date: 7 September 2026

Direct Advert Page

https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/jobs-training-skills-and-apprenticeships/looking-for-employment/jobs-at-chesterfield-borough-council/current-job-vacancies/job-vacancy-cbc26061-waste-services-officer/

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