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Recycling Advisor L2Z1

Camden Council

22nd September 2026 - 15th December 2026
£17.77 per hour
25 Ashley Road, Tottenham Hale, London, N17 9LJ
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Communication
Community engagement
Observation
Environment & Ecology

Role

Who You Are

  • Good general education (e.g. GCSEs or equivalent).
  • Experience of working directly with the public, ideally through outreach, community engagement, sales, or advisory work.
  • Awareness of recycling, food waste, and wider environmental issues (training can be provided).
  • Relevant training in customer service, community engagement, or sustainability.
  • Confident communicator, able to engage with residents from a range of backgrounds in a polite and persuasive way.
  • Good observational and problem-solving skills to identify local barriers to recycling.
  • Enthusiastic and positive attitude to promoting environmental sustainability.
  • Respectful, approachable, and able to build trust quickly.
  • Flexible and able to work earlier or later shifts as and when required.
  • Be physically able to walk long distances, use a trolley to transport materials, and willingness to work outdoors in all weather.

What the Job Involves

  • Conduct surveys and assessments of residential properties to understand recycling behaviors and identify barriers.
  • Engage with residents through door-to-door visits, community events, and roadshows, promoting recycling and waste reduction.
  • Provide tailored advice and practical information about proper recycling service usage.
  • Monitor participation levels and capture feedback, helping to identify areas needing further intervention.
  • Assist in distributing leaflets and materials encouraging correct recycling practices.
  • Support communication campaigns and social media content by providing local insights.
  • Maintain accurate records of visits, surveys, engagement activities, and feedback.
  • Collaborate with other teams to overcome local recycling challenges.
  • Adhere to NLWA’s values and meet the required standards.
  • Work Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, with flexibility for earlier or later shifts.

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Community engagement
  • Data recording and reporting
  • Communication
  • Observation and problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Basic IT skills
  • Adaptability
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