Waste and Cleansing Supervisor - Craigmillar Depot

Waste and Cleansing Supervisor
Craigmillar Depot

The post holder will be required to hold or attain a qualification at SVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an environmental related subject.

Responsible for the day-to-day management of a designated group of Waste and Cleansing staff,
delivering a range of services and activities including: street cleaning, waste and recycling collection, litter
collection from open spaces, street washing, graffiti removal and environmental inspection. Act as a first point of contact with the public, providing advice, responding to problems and acting as a link with relevant CEC colleagues and other parties ensuring the highest possible standards of customer care are
maintained.

Required to support or take appropriate environmental enforcement action as directed by line
management.

Plan, prioritise and allocate staff and resources to ensure adequate cover and continuity of service.
Allocation and monitoring of work performance various methods such as route planning/optimisation
software and mobile technology. Aim to deliver services on a 'right first time' approach, minimising
complaints and maximising customer satisfaction.
Order and maintain adequate stocks of uniform & PPE and ensure all staff are issued with prescribed
items of protective clothing, also ensuring proper and responsible use of uniform & PPE
Confirm staff/ crew members' compliance with relevant regulations at the beginning and end of shift and
confirm drivers' fitness and general ability to drive safely.

Brief staff as required on matters affecting them, including performance, changes to working practices
and procedures, service developments and provide a means of access to other Council information such as
mandatory HR policies.

Issue relevant paperwork/instruction to crews at commencement of shift and check on
progress/completion throughout the day and upon return to depot.
Utilise all available performance information to monitor and manage resources to maximise service,
addressing exceptions and issues appropriately.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Find out more about our commitment to equalities

As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Happy to talk flexible working.

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