Summary: The Waste Client Manager role involves overseeing waste contracts, including significant Integrated Waste Management contracts, while acting as the primary liaison between the council and Bristol Waste Company. The position requires ensuring compliance with regulations and improving service delivery through performance monitoring and stakeholder engagement. Additionally, the role supports waste strategy projects and manages budgets related to waste services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee waste contracts, including a 30m Integrated Waste Management contract and 14m West of England contracts.
• Act as the main contact between the council and Bristol Waste Company, resolving contract issues and improving service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with waste regulations, health & safety standards, and environmental laws.
• Monitor contract performance, develop performance management systems, and work with contractors to improve services.
• Support waste strategy projects, including new recycling and waste reduction initiatives.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities, DEFRA, and community groups.
• Manage budgets and financial planning related to waste services.

Key Skills:

• Experience in contract management, waste management, or environmental services.
• Strong stakeholder management & negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of waste regulations, health & safety, and compliance.
• Project management experience in waste, recycling, or sustainability initiatives.
• Strong data analysis skills to interpret waste statistics and improve services.

Salary (Rate): £27.89

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other