Waste Harmonisation Lead - WMF3184i in Berlin

Job reference REQ00000020465 Date posted 14/10/2026 Application closing date 01/11/2026 Location To be agreed with successful applicant Salary £48,738 - £49,871 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank

Job description

INTERNAL ONLY

Location: A range of locations across the authority

Contract Type: Fixed term 6 months

About this opportunity

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking to employ an enthusiastic and motivated person to lead the harmonisation of the waste collection service, a statutory and universal service that is essential to all our residents. This high-profile programme requires an individual who has experience of delivering complex projects in a timely manner and bringing together a range of teams from across the council. It will require an individual who is self-motivated and enjoys challenging themselves and others to achieve the overarching aim.

Who we are looking for…

The role requires a flexible approach to the work a range of different people, and a high level of commitment to delivering excellent service is essential. The nature of the work means that the post holder will come into contact with a range of people, so good communications and negotiating skills are required.

The postholder will be required to work from a range of locations across the authority and may be required to work outside of normal office hours including weekends.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 30/10/2026

Interview date: 12/11/2026

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.

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