Waste and Recycling Communications Advisor

Suffolk County Council
Job reference
17170
Salary
£32,076
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Duration
Fixed Term
Location
Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid
Closing date

Job Description

Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid 
£32,076 per annum (pro rata for part time) 
37 hours per week - Flexible working options available 
Fixed Term or Secondment to October 2025 (maternity/paternity cover)

We, in waste, love the variety of work the industry brings and the way we can make a tangible difference to protecting our environment and bring value for money to the taxpayer. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the way waste is managed in Suffolk as a resource. 

  • Do you have a passion for the environment?
  • Are you a good communicator?
  • Do you want to work as part of a motivated and innovative team?


Your role and responsibilities

This role will see you working within the waste team to improve waste and recycling services, increase customer satisfaction and improve environmental outcomes. Projects will include; raising awareness about waste reduction and recycling, through our social media platforms, face to face events and other communication channels. Be part of a dedicated team researching and analysing data, as well as planning, implementing and monitoring initiatives to move waste up the hierarchy and improve our services. 

  • work closely with team members to develop campaigns and manage our social media platforms
  • developing messages to Suffolk residents on how to manage their rubbish, encourage them to reduce, reuse and recycle their rubbish
  • look at ways to improve our recycling and waste services to Suffolk residents.

With support you will manage our social media platforms and work as part of project teams on campaigns and initiatives such as our Food Savvy Campaign and promoting our recycling centre service. You will also work as part of a team on other waste reduction campaigns such as home composting and our refill and repair campaigns. 
 

You will need

  • experience and passion for creating digital content including social media
  • passion for recycling and having a positive impact on our environment
  • experience of communicating a range of messages to various audiences.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.


The team

  • we work as part of the Suffolk Waste Partnership to deliver waste services across Suffolk and drive waste up the hierarchy with the main aim to reduce waste
  • we are team players and welcome opinions, ideas and innovation
  • you could be part of a team that inspires, encourages and motivates others.


Empowering Everyone 

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report

For more information

Please contact Dawn Murton-Cadby for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 264447 or emailing: dawn.murton-cadby@suffolk.gov.uk 

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