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Waste Manager

Ref ABS019073

Salary - £49,501-£51,771.

We are offering the opportunity to work in the breathtaking surroundings of Aberdeenshire, which was voted in the top 20 most iconic and beautiful coastlines in the world, by National Geographic magazine. And for the fourth time in seven years, the Bank of Scotland Quality of Life survey placed Aberdeenshire in the top spot based on residents' health and life expectancy, employment, school performance and climate.

This is your chance to start a new job and a better life in this fabulous part of the country with the added bonuses of ‘Worksmart' flexible working patterns, generous holiday and pensions, plus you can enjoy the perks of a fantastic relocation package. Through ‘Worksmart' we all get the chance to spend less time travelling to and from places and more time to do the things that matter, like delivering quality services and reducing the additional hours we work.

You are an experienced Waste Manager in a customer-focussed environment. Good interpersonal skills and a focus on customer care are essential in this post as you will be responsible for delivering the full range of waste management functions throughout Aberdeenshire including waste policy development. The successful post holder will have experience of presenting a wide range of reports and will be educated to degree level or to travel is essential.

Reporting to the Head of Service within Protective Services and Waste Management you will lead a team of staff focussed on continuous improvement and providing a quality service. The postholder will oversee the introduction of a new approach to delivering recycling services designed to maximise diversion of waste from landfill.

Informal enquires to Ian Robertson, Head of Protective Services & Waste Management, Tel: 01261 813271

Closing date 30 June 2013

 If you'd thrive on the chance to enjoy work, enjoy life with us visit this website to apply.

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