Abstract A waste management system requires not only sound decision-making but also accountability and responsibility of personnel for effective operations. Literature rarely addresses the role of human resources as an anti-corruption tool in the context of waste management. This paper examines how personnel responsibilities, performance evaluation, and compliance systems can enhance governance and reduce corruption risks. Design/Methodology/Approach: The research relies on a comprehensive literature review and case study analysis of Frisoli Malit, an Italian company operating in Malta, in partnership with WasteServ Inc.. Data was collected through site inspection and review of company, regulatory, and academic sources. Findings: The study highlights that assigning clear responsibilities, monitoring performance, and integrating anti-corruption practices into human resource management significantly improves compliance, sustainability, and efficiency in waste management operations. Practical Implications: The model presented can guide companies in designing human resource frameworks that mitigate corruption risk, ensure adherence to Maltese and Italian laws (including Legislative Decree 231/2001), and support circular economy principles. Originality/Value: This paper provides an integrated framework linking HRM, circular economy, and anti-corruption responsibilities, offering empirical insights for waste management operations in EU contexts.
Feliciano Lorusso (Wed,) studied this question.