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Post No. POSN004476 - Trade Waste Inspector.





Do you enjoy being out and about? Love chatting with local businesses?





Got a passion for sustainability?





Were looking for a Trade Waste Officer whos not afraid to roll up their sleeves, hit the streets, and help us grow our commercial waste and recycling services across Newport.





This isnt your average desk job. Youll be the face of Newport City Councils trade waste service meeting business owners, promoting our recycling solutions, and helping local enterprises manage their waste in a greener, smarter way.

What youll be doing:

Promoting our trade waste and recycling services to businesses across the city.



Building relationships with new and existing customers$uunderstanding their needs and offering tailored solutions.



Driving growth by identifying new opportunities and helping us stay competitive in the market.



Supporting operations from customer queries and invoicing to stock orders and service coordination.



Championing sustainability by encouraging recycling and helping businesses meet their environmental responsibilities.

What were looking for:

A confident communicator who enjoys meeting people and making connections.



Someone with a bit of sales flair and a genuine interest in helping businesses go green.



Organised, self-motivated, and happy working both independently and as part of a team.



A full UK driving licence (you&ll be out visiting businesses regularly).



Bonus points if youve worked in sales, marketing, or waste/environmental services before!

Why join us?

Youll be part of a friendly, forward-thinking team making a real difference in the community.



Youll help shape a cleaner, greener Newport.



Youll enjoy variety, flexibility, and the chance to grow your skills in a supportive environment.




For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Concha Morales at concha.morales@newport.gov.uk.





We welcome applications in Welsh or English. Newport City Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds.



An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.



Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city.





Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.



Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together

Ein gwerthoedd Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd