PC - Solid Waste Management

Job Purpose

will be responsible for overseeing daily Material Recovery Facility (MRF) and Organic Waste Converter (OWC) operations, ensuring efficient waste processing, compliance, documentation, workforce management, and stakeholder coordination. The role requires strong operational oversight, data management, vendor coordination, and the ability to drive performance targets while maintaining safety and governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Survey, Data Collection & Field Coordination

• Support the planning and coordination of surveys and field data collection activities related to waste management projects.
  
• Assist in stakeholder mapping, audits, and material characterization studies by coordinating with field teams and partners.
  
• Facilitate data collection activities and ensure timely submission of information from project sites.
  
• Support the implementation of established frameworks for data collection and monitoring.
  
• Compile, analyze, and present project data to provide feedback for continuous improvement.
  
• Coordinate the execution of audits and ensure audit findings are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
  
• Support supply chain mapping exercises for dry waste management and assist in maintaining relationships with authorized recyclers and end destinations.
  

Operations Coordination & Process Support

• Coordinate with site teams, MRFs, and OWC plant personnel to support smooth day-to-day operations.
  
• Track activities related to waste receiving, segregation, sorting, processing, storage, and dispatch.
  
• Monitor operational performance indicators and share observations with project leadership.
  
• Conduct periodic site visits to collect information, identify challenges, and support process improvement initiatives.
  
• Assist in ensuring adherence to operational procedures, workplace cleanliness, safety, and hygiene standards.
  

Performance Tracking & Monitoring

• Support the tracking of monthly processing, recovery, and dispatch targets.
  
• Maintain project trackers and assist in monitoring operational and project performance metrics.
  
• Compile progress updates and prepare periodic reports for management review.
  
• Support the monitoring of sorting quality and recovery outcomes through data collection and analysis.
  

Documentation, Reporting & Data Management

• Maintain project records, databases, dashboards, stock records, and operational documentation.
  
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of project activities, progress reports, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
  
• Prepare regular status reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Support data verification and ensure compliance with organizational documentation standards.
  

Compliance & Stakeholder Coordination

• Assist in tracking compliance requirements related to environmental, safety, and organizational standards.
  
• Coordinate documentation related to MoUs, audits, statutory requirements, and compliance records.
  
• Serve as a coordination point between Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), government agencies, project partners, and internal teams.
  
• Support internal and external audit processes and follow up on action items.
  
• Promote data-driven and technology-enabled approaches in project implementation.
  

Team & Capacity Building Support

• Coordinate with field teams to monitor attendance, manpower deployment, and project activities.
  
• Support training and capacity-building initiatives for field staff and stakeholders.
  
• Facilitate communication between project teams and management to ensure effective implementation.
  
• Assist in promoting adherence to workplace safety standards and organizational guidelines.
  

Vendor & Maintenance Coordination

• Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and technicians regarding maintenance schedules and operational requirements.
  
• Track resolution of maintenance and operational issues and follow up with relevant stakeholders.
  
• Maintain records of equipment performance, service activities, and maintenance requirements.
  

Project Support & Organizational Development

• Support initiatives related to source segregation, circular economy practices, waste recovery, and sustainability projects.
  
• Assist in preparing project plans, presentations, proposals, and stakeholder communication materials.
  
• Contribute to knowledge management, documentation of best practices, and project scaling efforts.
  
• Be willing to travel and provide coordination support across project locations as required.
  

Requirements

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Operations Management, Waste Management, or related field.
  
• 0–5 years of experience in plant operations, waste management, recycling, logistics, or facility management.
  
• Strong knowledge of operational reporting, documentation, compliance, and stakeholder management.
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Google Sheets, and reporting tools.
  
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.