Waste Management Contract and Compliance Lead

Wiltshire Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Waste Management Contract and Compliance Lead to oversee the delivery of statutory waste treatment and disposal services through a complex portfolio of multi-million-pound contracts. This pivotal role will ensure environmental and statutory compliance, drive performance, and contribute to the council’s wider environmental objectives.

Location: Wiltshire Council 

Set-up: Hybrid (50/50)

Rate: £260/day via umbrella inside IR35

Duration: Initial 3 months, potential extension

Hours: Full-time position (37-hours)

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the management and delivery of high-value waste treatment and disposal contracts, including MRF, landfill, composting, MBT, EfW, and Household Recycling Centres
• Oversee a team of specialist officers, ensuring effective contract management, compliance monitoring, and workforce planning
• Act as the council’s Deputy Authorised Representative, validating and approving contract spend, and implementing service and contract amendments as required
• Provide expert advice on waste legislation, compliance, and industry best practice, shaping policies and strategies in line with environmental and corporate objectives
• Represent the council at senior-level meetings, regionally and nationally, and deputise for the Head of Waste Management as required

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent professional experience in commissioning, contract management, or waste/environmental services
• Proven track record in managing large-scale, high-value service contracts, including financial oversight and supplier relationship management
• Strong leadership experience, with the ability to develop and manage teams delivering complex operational and compliance functions
• Excellent understanding of waste management legislation, health & safety in contracted services, and environmental permitting
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels and deliver innovative, evidence-based solutions

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications However due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion