Waste Management Officer
About the position
Would you like to contribute to a sustainable society?
We are now looking for three engaged and organized officers who want to help develop our work in waste management and recycling. With us, you'll work in a forward-looking industry with great significance for the environment – both locally and globally. We welcome your application!
About the role
You will become part of the Waste and Recycling department where we have just over 20 employees who work together for sustainable and efficient waste management.
As an officer, you will have a central role in planning, monitoring, and developing our operations.
You have an important role in ensuring that our waste management is conducted in accordance with current legislation, in an efficient and environmentally sustainable manner.
Examples of work tasks:
- Collaborate with contractors, residents, and other stakeholders
- Manage delivery lists, orders, and other administration related to operations
- Handle waste cases and respond to customer inquiries
- Monitor statistics and key metrics in waste management
- Participate in procurement, ordering, and contract management
- Work with information and advocacy regarding waste, sorting, and reuse
- Contribute to the development of routines, policies, and waste management plans
Location: You will be based at one of our offices in Sveg, Hede, Funäsdalen, Svenstavik, Hackås, or Bräcke.
About you
We are looking for someone who is stable and confident, and who can remain calm and make well-founded decisions even under pressure.
You are organized and thorough with the ability to prioritize and bring order to a changing environment. When challenges arise, you see opportunities and take responsibility for finding solutions.
You work independently but also enjoy collaborating with others. With your attentiveness and flexibility, you contribute to a good work environment and the group's collective development. You are communicative and service-oriented, which makes it easy for you to relate to both colleagues, residents, and partners.
The work involves periodic amounts of writing, so you need to have good computer skills and be able to express yourself in a clear and professional manner. Since the operational area is geographically large, a B-level driver's license is also required.
Great importance is placed on personal suitability – and we would like to see that you have a strong commitment to the environment and sustainability.
Requirements:
- Minimum upper secondary education required
- B-level driver's license (manual) required
- Good knowledge of the waste sector, preferably from municipal operations or waste management companies
- Knowledge of current environmental and waste legislation
- Good ability to express yourself orally and in writing in Swedish
- Good IT skills and experience working in various digital systems
Meritorious:
- Experience in case handling, procurement, or coordination within public sector operations
- Knowledge of our EDP Future management system
- Good geographical knowledge of Berg, Bräcke, and Härjedalen
We offer
As an employee with us, you will be an important part of building a sustainable society, and here you work to make a difference for people and the environment for many generations to come. The commitment, curiosity, and interest in building relationships are what unite everyone who works here and is what makes Water and Environmental Resources a workplace characterized by community, joy, and team spirit.
- A modern digital work environment with many features and all internal communication gathered in Microsoft 365.
- Skills development – in order for us to stay at the forefront, it is absolutely necessary that our employees continuously gain new knowledge. Therefore, we listen to requests for training and there are opportunities for professional development.
- Family-friendly workplace – through a flexible approach, we want to make it easier for you to combine work with being a parent.
- Wellness hour and wellness allowance.
Selection and invitation to interview may take place continuously during the advertising period.
Salary and other employment terms will be agreed upon at the time of employment.
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