waste and scrap products
The offered waste and scrap products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Landfill supervisors coordinate the activities and operations of landfills and landfill staff. They research legislation concerning waste management and ensure the operations of the landfill are compliant, and direct waste disposal operations.
Competences and skills
33 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
2 competenceswaste management
The methods, materials and regulations used to collect, transport, treat and dispose of waste. This includes recycling and monitoring of waste disposal. It excludes procedures related to waste incineration.
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waste transport legislation
Regulations and legislation concerning the safe transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials, products, and appliances.
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Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencemanage waste treatment facility
Manage the operations of a facility which deals with the treatment and disposal of waste, such as sorting, recycling, and storage procedures, ensuring the facility and its equipment are maintained and procedures occur compliant with legislation.
Sector-specific
2 competencescoordinate waste management procedures
Coordinate the operations of a facility or organisation which deal with the management of waste, such as waste collection, sorting, recycling, and disposal, excluding waste incineration, in order to ensure optimal efficiency of operations, improve methods for waste reduction, and ensure compliance with legislation.
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monitor waste treatment equipment
Monitor the operations of equipment used for the treatment and disposal of hazardous or non-hazardous waste to ensure that it is functional, compliant with legislation, and to check for faults.
Cross-sector
6 competencesadvise on waste management procedures
Advise organisations on the implementation of waste regulations and on improvement strategies for waste management and waste minimisation, to increase environmentally sustainable practices and environmental awareness.
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communicate with waste collectors
Communicate with workers who collect waste from various places and transport it to the waste treatment facilities in order to ensure optimal cooperation and efficient operation of waste treatment and disposal procedures.
ensure compliance with waste legislative regulations
Implement and monitor company procedures for the collection, transport and disposal of waste, in compliance with all regulations and legal requirements.
manage health and safety standards
Oversee all personnel and processes to comply with health, safety and hygiene standards. Communicate and support alignment of these requirements with the company's health and safety programmes.
schedule regular machine maintenance
Schedule and perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and repairs of all equipment. Order necessary machine parts and upgrade equipment when necessary to ensure optimal performance.
supervise staff
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencepollution legislation
Be familiar with European and National legislation regarding the risk of pollution.
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Cross-sector
3 competencesaccounting techniques
The techniques of recording and summarising business and financial transactions and analysing, verifying, and reporting the results.
hazardous waste storage
The regulations and procedures surrounding the safekeeping of materials and substances which pose health and safety risks.
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hazardous waste types
The different types of waste which poses risks to the environment or public health and safety, such as radioactive waste, chemicals and solvents, electronics, and mercury-containing waste.
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Optional skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencesanalyse experimental laboratory data
Analyse experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings
assess waste type
Identify waste materials during collection and sorting operations in order to assess whether they need to be recycled, disposed of, or otherwise be treated.
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educate on recycling regulations
Educate organisations and individuals on the correct procedures and legislation concerning the recycling of different types of waste in different types of containers, waste collection procedures, and on the sanctions following non-compliance to legislation.
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inspect recycling procedures
Inspect the implementation of waste management and recycling procedures in an organisation, and the applicable legislation, in order to ensure compliance.
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maintain waste collection records
Maintain records on waste collection routes, scheduling, and types and volume of waste collected.
manage administrative systems
Ensure administrative systems, processes and databases are efficient and well managed and give the sound basis to work together with the administrative officer/staff/professional.
train staff on waste management
Train the staff of a facility which deals with waste management, or an organisation's staff responsible for waste management strategies, on the improvements that can be made to reduce waste, increase efficiency of waste treatment and disposal, and ensure compliance with waste and environmental legislation.
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Cross-sector
10 competencescollect samples for analysis
Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory analysis.
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- Follow the procedures required for the collection of materials and products for laboratory analysis.
conduct workplace audits
Conduct work site audits and inspections in order to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
develop non-hazardous waste management strategies
Develop strategies which aim to increase the efficiency in which a facility treats, transports, and disposes of non-hazardous waste materials, such as packaging, textiles, scraps, debris, and paper.
ensure compliance with environmental legislation
Monitor activities and perform tasks ensuring compliance with standards involving environmental protection and sustainability, and amend activities in the case of changes in environmental legislation. Ensure that the processes are compliant with environment regulations and best practices.
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identify new recycling opportunities
Investigate ideas and spot opportunities to improve the collection, process and recycling of waste materials.
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manage accounts
Manage the accounts and financial activities of an organisation, supervising that all the documents are correctly maintained, that all the information and calculations are correct, and that proper decisions are being made.
monitor legislation developments
Monitor changes in rules, policies and legislation, and identify how they may influence the organisation, existing operations, or a specific case or situation.
recruit employees
Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.
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- It may include recruiting volunteers.
test safety strategies
Test policies and strategies related to risk and safety management and procedures, such as testing evacuation plans, safety equipment, and carrying out drills.
write inspection reports
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.