Job Description

We are seeking motivated and passionate Recycling Officers, ready to hit the ground running, to join our Food Waste Collection Project. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering a high‑profile, time‑critical service that must be successfully implemented by the end of 2026, with the potential to lead to a permanent position. As a Recycling Officer, you will be the public face of the service, working directly with residents to support the rollout and drive participation.

The role is highly visible and hands‑on, requiring confident engagement with residents through door knocking, public events, community outreach, talks, school assemblies, and community cafés. You will also support participation data gathering and help residents understand the benefits of food waste recycling, how the service works, and its importance to wider environmental and Council priorities. You will be expected to resolve issues on the ground, respond to que...