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RECYCLING PROJECT OFFICER

Job details
Posting date: 24 November 2025
Salary: £26,824 to £29,064 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 01 December 2025
Location: HU7 0XW
Company: Hull City Council
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 33265

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Summary

Fixed Term for 6 months due to Maternity Cover
Ready to make a real impact on Hull’s environment?Do you care about sustainability and want a role where your ideas truly matter? If you’re someone who thrives both independently and as part of a team, and you’re driven to boost recycling and create a cleaner, greener city, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
We’re looking for Recycling Project Officers to join our Waste Management team.
In this role, no two days are the same, but What makes this role exciting?

You’ll lead on exciting projects
You’ll engage with residents and businesses throughout the city to educate on all things waste and recycling.
You’ll introduce innovative initiatives to support the Council’s sustainable waste strategy to minimise waste and maximise reduce, reuse and recycle
You’ll be part of the new Simpler Recycling strategy for England and the roll out within the city
You’ll be the go-to person for resolving operational waste management issues quickly and effectively.
You’ll keep our digital resources fresh and accurate
You’ll design and deliver creative waste minimisation campaigns for residents, schools, and businesses, working closely with community and voluntary organisations.
Complaint investigation and resolution by following through with the end-to-end process

If you love variety, enjoy tackling challenges, and want to see the positive impact of your work every day, this is your chance to make a difference.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Therasa Trowill, Recycling Team Leader on 01482 612 782 or therasa.trowill@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
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