Salary guide
Waste Management Officer
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
EnvironmentalWaste
- The UK recycles over 45% of household waste
Other names this job is known by
- Recycling Officer
- Environmental Manager
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement waste management policies
- Monitor and report on waste collection and recycling
- Liaise with contractors and authorities
- Ensure compliance with regulations
- Educate the public on waste reduction
- Prepare reports and documentation
- Organise campaigns and events
- Stay updated on waste trends
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in environmental science, waste management, or business
- Experience in waste or environmental roles
- Analytical and communication skills
- IT and organisation
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Officer
- Waste Manager
- Head of Environment
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study environmental science, waste management, or business
- Gain experience in waste or environmental roles
- Progress to senior or management positions
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