TECHNICAL ASSISTANT - WASTE SERVICES (Maternity Cover)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT - WASTE SERVICES (Maternity Cover)
GRADE: 5, SCP 20 – 26 (£34,259 - £40,967)


Douglas City Council is seeking a motivated and organised Technical Assistant to provide maternity cover within our Waste Services team. This varied role combines customer service, administration, data analysis and environmental awareness, supporting the day-to-day delivery of refuse, recycling and commercial waste services. You will act as a key point of contact for residents and businesses, assist with waste and recycling initiatives, manage records and invoicing processes, and help promote environmental sustainability across the city.

The successful candidate will have strong administrative and communication skills, experience dealing with customers, and the ability to maintain accurate records and analyse information. A flexible, proactive approach is essential, together with good IT skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Knowledge of waste services, local government or environmental programmes would be advantageous, but not essential. A full driving licence is required.

Apply at: www.jobtrain.co.uk/douglascitycouncil/Home/Job

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact Andy Crook, Head of Waste Services on 696156 or e-mail acrook@douglas.gov.im - The HR Section can be contacted on 696455 or at hr@douglas.gov.im .

Closing date for submission of completed applications is: Sunday 11th October 2026.


Miss K J Rice, Chief Executive, Town Hall, Ridgeway Street, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM99 1AD
Douglas City Council is committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce representative of our City and are committed to ensuring the recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible to all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the City we serve.