Zero Waste Officer

2 weeks ago


Durban, South Africa Wasteplan Full time

Job Summary Ensure that accurate sorting and waste characterisation is performed on the residual waste arising after standard sorting and recycling activities have been undertaken on the site. The key result thereof will be to provide accurate ratios between recyclable materials, non-recyclable materials, organic / compostable materials, and general waste that has been measured in the residual waste.Responsibilities Key Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesHave detailed knowledge of all grades of recyclable materials and the acceptable level of contamination of such gradesUnderstanding of when specific recyclable material is regarded as being non-recyclableHave detailed knowledge of organic waste and compostable materials, and what waste types would be regarded as contamination thereofHave detailed knowledge of non-recyclable materials that do not have commercial valueOversee sorting staff who are specifically assigned to the sorting of residual waste and ensure that the staff accurately sort and weigh all grades of materialUnderstand and correctly use the "waste audit" recording and reporting system providedEffectively communicate with the Contract Manager and bring such issues that are of concern, which have been identified in the waste audit, to his / her attention (for addressing with the client)Understand the concept of representative sampling and ensure that the waste audit is correctly representative of the total body of waste sortedTo assume the role and duties of the Contract Manager on such days that the Contract Manager is off duty in a seven-day working week cycleAdministrational Responsibilities Ensure all training registers are correctly completedEnsure that registers are submitted to HR on a weekly basisIdentify any problems or challenges on operational performance at sites and report to the Contract ManagerRequirementsRelevant degree / diploma is essentialMinimum 2-3 years of working experience in the waste industryValid drivers licenseMust be able to communicate effectivelyExperience with writing reports / analyzing dataEmployment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.Only Applicants being considered for the role will be contactedClosing date: 27th November 2025Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process


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