Recycling Advisor

Posted 08 April 2026
Salary 23.09
LocationCamden N1C United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Administration / Clerical
ReferenceOR26957

Job description

1-2 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

  • The Recycling Advisor plays a key frontline role in increasing participation in recycling services and reducing contamination across North London. By engaging directly with residents and businesses, the postholder will provide practical advice, education, and tailored support to encourage correct recycling behaviours and waste reduction.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

  • Conduct property surveys and assessments to understand recycling behaviours and identify barriers to participation
  • Engage residents through doortodoor visits, community events, roadshows, and local outreach activities
  • Promote food waste recycling, packaging recycling, and waste reduction initiatives
  • Provide clear, tailored advice on correct use of recycling services

Essential Experience Required

  • Experience of working directly with the public (e.g. community engagement, outreach, advisory, customer service, or sales roles)
  • Experience of recording and reporting information accurately (e.g. surveys, databases, CRM systems)
  • Confident communication skills with the ability to engage residents from diverse backgrounds

Essential Qualifications Required

  • Good general education (e.g. GCSEs or equivalent)
  • Basic IT skills for data entry, reporting, and communication

Additional information to note

  • Working hours: 7.5 hours per day
  • 25 Ashley Road, Tottenham Hale, London, Greater London, N17 9LJ, United Kingdom
  • We work on Bi weekly payment schedule

The role closes on 20th April, apply ASAP.