PackUK, the Scheme Administrator for Extended Producer
Responsibility for Packaging (pEPR), is committed to working with
experts from across the packaging value chain to guide it in its
work.
The Scheme Administrator Steering Group plays a key role in
supporting this close working relationship and brings together
skilled professionals from across the packaging value chain who
are passionate about recycling and environmental sustainability.
The Steering Group provides valuable perspectives and
recommendations to the Scheme Administrator Executive Committee
(SA ExCo) on the operational functions of the Scheme
Administrator, supporting it to:
- deliver a system that creates maximum environmental benefits
through knowledge sharing and collaboration
- deliver maximum efficiency and effectiveness of the
collection and packaging system
These recommendations play a central role in shaping PackUK as it
grows and develops. While the group is not directly involved in
decision-making, it serves as a trusted source of insight
comprising members who will have a wealth of operational and
policy expertise from a variety of both public and private sector
organisations.
Expressions of interest for the role of Steering Group
Member now open
We are delighted to announce that we are now welcoming
expressions of interest (EOI) for the appointment of members of
the Scheme Administrator Steering Group.
This voluntary role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to
one of the most significant environmental reforms of our time:
making a direct contribution to the UK's achievement of
decarbonisation and net zero by 2050.
As a member, you'll provide valuable feedback, recommendations,
and technical advice that will contribute to the UK's first pEPR
scheme, a key milestone in the transition to a circular economy.
Applications will close 11th August. Applicants must be able to
demonstrate a variety of skills, experience and knowledge from
across the value chain and will be subject to a fair and open
competitive application process.
Further information on how to apply can be found below.
Details on the steering group
In line with international best practice for EPR Schemes, the
Steering Group will be producer led. The makeup of the seats on
the Steering Group is as follows:
The Steering Group will consist of 10 individuals from producer
organisations and trade association representatives (1 designated
seat for the food sector and 1 designated seat for packaging
manufacturing) and 11 other members, representing Local
Authorities (LAs) in each of the four nations, waste management
organisations, environmental Non-Government Organisations (NGO),
compliance schemes, and an independent chair.
How to apply
More information can be found in the following documents:
To apply for this voluntary role, your CV and supporting
statement should be returned to SASteeringgroup@defra.gov.uk by
mid-day on 11 August 2025, marking the email as ‘Member of Scheme
Administrator Steering Group' in the subject field.
All candidates are also required to submit the following:
• Diversity information and conflicts of interest form
• CV of no more than two sides of A4 outlining your experience,
any professional qualifications and employment history
• a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the essential
criteria, providing specific examples (750 words maximum)
Please indicate in the email which Steering Group seat you are
applying to (for example, Producer, Waste Management
Organisation, e-NGO, Compliance Scheme).
If you have any queries, please email SASteeringgroup@defra.gov.uk.
