At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead frontline teams to deliver top-notch waste and recycling services.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking council committed to community transformation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and local discounts.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset; HGV Class 2 licence preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for a proactive and motivated supervisor to support the day-to-day delivery of our waste and recycling services across the borough. This is a key operational role, leading frontline teams to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality service delivery.
You will:
- Provide operational leadership to drivers, team leaders and crews
- Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day service issues
- Work closely with Collection Support Managers to keep services running smoothly
- Monitor performance, resources and route completion in real time
- Promote a strong safety-first culture and ensure compliance with procedures
- Support training, mentoring and development of staff
Qualifications:
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work under pressure, make decisions and meet deadlines
- A proactive, solution-focused approach
- A full HGV Class 2 licence and good IT skills or a willingness to learn
Newcastle-under-Lyme is a borough with big ambitions. We've already started our transformation, however, we still need to find better ways of doing things because we are determined to do the very best we can for our communities.
Benefits:
- Access to the local government pension scheme
- Minimum 24 days annual leave plus 5 extra days after 5 years' service
- Flexible working options and family friendly policies
- Local and national high street discounts
- Free car parking
- Wellbeing support including £12.50 per month Jubilee2 membership
- Green travel scheme including cycle to work and electric car salary sacrifice
- Free employee 24 hour employee assistance and counselling services, flu vaccination service and health checks
- Development and training opportunities
Recycling and Waste Service Supervisor employer: Government of The United Kingdom
Join us in Newcastle-under-Lyme, where we are committed to transforming our community through innovative waste and recycling services. As a Recycling and Waste Service Supervisor, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises safety, employee development, and work-life balance, with access to generous benefits such as flexible working options, a local government pension scheme, and comprehensive wellbeing support. We believe in rewarding our team members with opportunities for growth and a competitive benefits package, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and impactful work.
Contact Details:
Government of The United Kingdom Recruitment Team
