Waste Services Survey Project

  • Adecco
  • Newham, Northumberland
  • Jul 23, 2026
Seasonal Administration

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Project Administrator for the Waste Services Survey Project!

Location: London Borough of Newham
Contract Type: Temporary/Project-Based - approx 2 months
Rate: 18.92 per hour

Are you passionate about sustainability and keen to make a difference in your community? Our client is seeking a motivated Project Administrator to support a groundbreaking food waste collection initiative in Newham! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to environmental improvement while honing your project administration skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the borough-wide assessment for the new food waste collection service.
  • Coordinate survey activities across residential areas.
  • Collate, organise, and maintain data from field surveys.
  • Input survey findings into spreadsheets and databases accurately.
  • Monitor data quality to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Produce insightful reports and summaries to aid decision-making.
  • Liaise with project teams and stakeholders for effective information capture.
  • Provide general administrative support to the Waste Services project team.

Field Survey Element:

  • Conduct surveys by bicycle throughout the borough.
  • Assess residential layouts, access points, and potential operational challenges related to food waste collections.

Skills & Experience:

  • Previous experience in project or data administration.
  • Strong data entry and management skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Ability to work independently and juggle multiple tasks.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Interest in environmental initiatives or local government projects is a plus!

Desirable:

  • Experience in a local authority or public sector environment.
  • Background in environmental, waste, or infrastructure projects.
  • Willingness to travel around the borough by bicycle.

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Apply now to make a positive impact in Newham and be part of a team that is shaping the future of waste management! We can't wait to meet you!

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