Waste Projects Officer

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC625142
Salary Range: £34,273 - £37,570 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester
Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered)
Contract Type: Temporary (12 months)
Closing Date: 18 October 2026
Interview Date: w/c 26 October 2026

The Role:

Join Hampshire County Council's Waste and Resource Management team as one of two Waste Projects Officers , helping to improve waste and recycling services for residents while supporting environmental outcomes and resource efficiency across the county.

These are varied roles offering the opportunity to work across a range of service areas including project delivery, service improvement, site visits to waste management sites, customer service, data reporting and operational support.

Working as part of the Universal Services Waste and Resource Management Team, the post-holder will support the delivery and continuous improvement of a range of waste management services across Hampshire. The role will provide operational, administrative and project support across multiple service areas, helping to ensure services are delivered efficiently, effectively and in accordance with organisational priorities.

The post-holder will be an integral member of the Waste and Resource Management team, working closely with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders to support waste management operations (including Household Waste Recycling Centres), customer service activities, data management, service monitoring and business improvement initiatives. The role will contribute to the development and maintenance of processes, guidance, records and performance information, while supporting the delivery of both day-to-day operations and longer-term projects.

What you’ll do:

As a Waste Projects Officer , you will be expected to work with a degree of autonomy, managing a varied workload and responding flexibly to changing business priorities. The role will involve analysing information, undertaking investigations, coordinating activities across different workstreams, supporting compliance and monitoring requirements, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery. You will be a proactive and adaptable team member, capable of building effective working relationships and providing support required across Waste and Resource Management services.

Working closely with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders, you will help ensure services are delivered efficiently and effectively, while contributing to projects and initiatives that support the future development of waste and resource management services across Hampshire. No two days are likely to be the same, with work ranging from resolving day-to-day operational issues to supporting longer-term business improvement activities.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for organised, adaptable individuals with strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload. In return, you will gain experience across a broad range of activities while supporting an essential public service with a direct impact on communities across Hampshire.

Why join us?

Hampshire County Council is a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We will also invest in you through our internal development programmes and training. You’ll be able to work on interesting and ambitious projects that have a direct positive impact on the area. We offer a range of family-friendly policies including flexible working and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Hampshire County Council offers a competitive salary and benefits package, please see our website for details:- Our Benefits Package

Living and Working in Hampshire

Hampshire is a beautiful place to live, with vibrant cities, miles of coastline and two National Parks. If you enjoy outdoor activities, you’ll find world class walking, cycling, sailing and much more. Click on the link here for more information:- Living and Working in Hampshire

Additional Information:

Waste Projects Officer Candidate Pack

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Jon Colwill, HWRC and Closed Landfill Manager on [email protected]
Zoe Clegg, Waste Strategy and Operations Manager on [email protected]

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.