Job details
Salary range: Up to £20,000 per annum (based on 24 hours per week)
Education and Community Engagement Officer - Job Summary
The role involves building relationships with local stakeholders and community groups to promote waste management awareness through proactive community engagement and educational activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver marketing, communications, and engagement activities according to plans and evaluate campaign effectiveness.
- Develop and deliver awareness campaigns and community events promoting recycling and sustainable behaviors.
- Organise and deliver educational programmes for schools and community groups aligned with the National Curriculum.
- Plan and manage site visits, open days, and tours ensuring they are safe, engaging, and well-coordinated.
- Act as first point of contact for community enquiries and complaints with timely professional responses.
- Represent the service at stakeholder meetings and lead external communications to enhance community profile.
Requirements
- Previous employment experience in a relevant industrial or commercial environment.
- Good understanding of environmental issues and waste management practices.
- Knowledge of relevant environmental legislation and compliance requirements.
- Experience and understanding of social media platforms for communication and engagement.
- Willingness to undergo a CRB (DBS) disclosure check.
- Ability to undertake some evening working.
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About Biffa Waste Services
siteBiffa Waste Services is a company focused on sustainable waste management, recycling, and improving lives through innovative waste solutions, employing over 11,000 colleagues across the country.
What Our Employees Say
- Biffa offers a variety of career development and training opportunities for employees. (www.biffa.co.uk)
- Biffa is a well-established company with a long history and nationwide presence in the UK, providing job security and stability. (www.biffa.co.uk)
- Employees can contribute positively to the environment by working in waste management and sustainability. (www.biffa.co.uk)
Challenges You Might Face
- Some employees report that the workload can be physically demanding and stressful, especially in operational roles. (uk.indeed.com)
- Long and unsociable working hours are frequently mentioned as a challenge by staff, particularly drivers and collection crews. (uk.indeed.com)
- Pay and benefits are considered average and not as competitive compared to some other employers in the sector. (www.glassdoor.co.uk)