1254 — Waste disposal and environmental services managers
Higher Skilled
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What this occupation covers
Waste disposal and environmental services managers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the operations and development of waste disposal and related environmental services facilities within private firms or public authorities.
Typical duties
determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements
manages and delegates tasks to staff and co-ordinates the maintenance and optimum utilisation of waste disposal and related equipment to provide an efficient service
monitors levels of waste disposal, recycling and related environmental services, compiles statistics and produces reports
liaises with members of the local community to educate and promote the concept of recycling and appropriate waste management
keeps up to date with new legislation and liaises with appropriate regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with legislation regarding waste disposal and environmental services
co-ordinates the resources and activities relating to the procurement, collection, storage, processing and sale of scrap metal and related products
Entry routes and qualifications
Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications, including a degree or equivalent qualification in a related subject, and/or relevant experience. Apprenticeships and NVQs at levels 3 and 4 and professional qualifications are available. Professional qualifications are available from the Chartered Institute of Wastes Management and may be mandatory in some operational management posts.
Sponsorship information
Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.
Full Table 1 going rate: £48,300 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.
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