Assets and Infrastructure Officer

Place Department | Resources & Waste Service

We’re looking for an Assets and Infrastructure Officer to join our Resources & Waste Service. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the management of operational waste assets and the aftercare of closed landfill sites, helping to ensure our facilities remain safe, compliant, sustainable and fit for the future.

Working alongside the Asset and Infrastructure Manager, you will help deliver our asset management programme, oversee the management of closed landfill sites and supervise a dedicated team responsible for landfill aftercare activities.

What you’ll be doing

As Assets and Infrastructure Officer, you will:

• Lead the day-to-day management of closed landfill aftercare operations and supervise specialist aftercare staff.
• Support the delivery of planned maintenance programmes across operational waste assets.
• Monitor environmental compliance, including landfill gas and leachate management, and liaise with regulatory bodies including the Environment Agency.
• Manage contractors, contracts and procurement activities to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with specifications and agreed programmes.
• Carry out site inspections, risk assessments and performance monitoring to support continuous improvement and safe service delivery.
• Prepare reports and provide technical advice to support operational and strategic decision-making.

About you

We’re looking for someone who can bring a combination of technical expertise, operational experience and strong people skills.

You will ideally have:

• Experience of landfill aftercare management, including gas and leachate control and monitoring.
• Experience of managing or supervising contractors, infrastructure projects or operational sites.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, permitting requirements, health and safety standards and waste management practices.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and contract management skills.
• Experience of budget monitoring and staff supervision.
• The ability to communicate effectively and build productive working relationships with colleagues, contractors and regulators.

Qualifications and requirements: You will hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline, or be able to demonstrate substantial relevant experience supported by specialist knowledge. A current driving licence is essential.

Why join us?

This is a unique opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and environmental assets that are essential to the delivery of waste services across Derbyshire. You’ll contribute to environmental protection, regulatory compliance and the long-term stewardship of sites that continue to require specialist management long after they have closed.

In return, Derbyshire County Council offers:

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities where service needs allow.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Ongoing learning and professional development.
• Access to a wide range of employee wellbeing benefits.

Apply now

If you’re an experienced asset, environmental, engineering or waste management professional looking for a role with real responsibility and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Derbyshire County Council and help shape the future management of our environmental and operational assets.

Provisional Interview Date: 5 November 2026