An established organisation is seeking an experienced Recycling & Waste Operations Manager on a 6 month fixed-term contract, to oversee its waste and recycling operations and play a key role in the ongoing development of its services. This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable operational leader to take responsibility for a large frontline team, enhance service delivery and contribute to important environmental goals, including improving recycling performance and reducing waste. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in operational management, ideally gained within waste management, recycling or a comparable frontline service environment, alongside the ability to lead teams and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Lead and motivate a large operational team, ensuring effective resource planning and service delivery Oversee waste and recycling collection, transfer and disposal operations Drive operational performance, continuous improvement and customer satisfaction Manage budgets, fleet, assets and resources effectively Develop staff, maintain positive employee relations and build strong stakeholder partnerships Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, develop services and generate additional revenue About you: Experience leading and developing large teams Strong operational, financial and resource management skills Experience delivering projects and improving service performance A sound understanding of health and safety and regulatory compliance Waste management qualifications, CIWM membership, WAMITAB accreditation and a relevant driving licence would be advantageous. If you would like to know how we will store and process your data, please visit The Recruitment Groups home page to read our GDPR Data Protection Statement
Recycling & Waste Operations Manager employer: Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group
Join a dynamic team as a Production Line Leader in Markham Vale, where you will thrive in a fast-paced environment that values leadership and operational excellence. With a genuine temp to perm opportunity, you will benefit from comprehensive training, career progression, and a supportive work culture that encourages continuous improvement and teamwork. Experience the variety of working across household products and retail displays while making a meaningful impact on production efficiency and quality standards.
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