Recycling Officer – Temporary Contract (Up to 12 Months)

Vale of Glamorgan

About the Role

Bridgestone Group are recruiting a committed and community‑focused Recycling Officer to support a local authority waste and recycling service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability and improving recycling behaviours within local communities.

You will be part of a team dedicated to increasing recycling participation, supporting waste minimisation projects, and delivering educational initiatives to residents and community groups.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate waste minimisation programmes to promote recycling, repair and reuse.
Be the first point of contact for residents, providing advice on home recycling through doorstep visits.
Support the rollout of new recycling and waste collection services, ensuring households receive the correct containers.
Deliver educational talks and presentations to schools, community organisations and community groups.
Attend roadshows, events and community sites to promote recycling and support public engagement.

Shift: Monday to Friday- 37 hours per week

Salary: £15.81 per hour

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Confident engaging with residents and community groups.
Passionate about environmental improvement and sustainability.
Well‑organised, proactive and able to manage a varied workload.
Able to work independently and within a team.
Professional, approachable and community‑focused.

A full UK driving licence is essential due to travel between locations and attendance at events.

What’s on Offer

A varied, hands‑on community role with real environmental impact.
Full training and support from an experienced local team.
A stable temporary contract with weekly pay.
The opportunity to develop public engagement and environmental education experience.

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