An exciting opportunity has arisen to work with the Waste & Resources team at Bedford Borough Council. We are currently seeking a Waste Data & Technical Support Officer to provide technical administration and business support to ensure services are effectively delivered within the department.

The role requires the ability to thrive under pressure, using initiative to prioritise workload to ensure deadlines are met. To be successful in the role you must be an experienced administrator who is confident in undertaking finance and data based tasks.

The key skills required of the role are organisational, analytical, communication, proactivity, and attention to detail.

Closing date: 3rd November 2024

Interview date: 12th November 2024.

How to apply

When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions.  The application questions require a yes/no response.  Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria.  An optional CV template is provided below.  

Please note:

The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

·     a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)

·     a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only)

unless the appointment is business critical

For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.

Disabled applicants

Bedford Borough Council is  a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.