Contract and Compliance Officer

Role Responsibility

Based at Invicta House, Maidstone – Hybrid working with travel required across Kent 

Would you like to play an important role in helping to deliver high quality waste services for communities across Kent

We are looking for a confident and motivated professional to join our Resource Management and Circular Economy team as a Contracts and Compliance Officer.

You will oversee the day to day performance of our waste contractors, ensure services run safely and in line with legislation and respond to operational issues with calmness and professionalism. You will act as a trusted point of contact for providers and partners and will help to resolve complex issues with empathy and sound judgement.

This is a varied and rewarding role that brings together contract management, relationship building, compliance monitoring and problem solving. You will carry out site visits, undertake inspections, prepare reports, analyse service performance and work with colleagues to shape improvements. You will also support commissioning and procurement activity by contributing to specifications, reviewing information and supporting tender evaluation.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with a wide range of people, communicates clearly and brings a practical and positive approach to problem solving. Experience in waste management, compliance, contract management or a related field would be an advantage.

KCC offers a supportive and flexible working environment, with opportunities for development and a strong commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and professional growth. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities across Kent.

Contact Details

For further information about this role, please contact:

Matt Feekings, Operations Manager -

matt.feekings@kent.gov.uk

About the Company

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KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.

Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.