Deputy Site Manager

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Job Title:

Deputy Site Manager

Starting Salary:

£26,804 progressing to £29,484

Hours:

40.0

Location:

Waterdale & Ware

Contract Type:

Permanent

Directorate:

Growth & Environment

About The Team

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Recycling Centre service team with our vision to increase recycling rates and divert waste from landfill.

About The Role

You will act as Deputy Manager on site, instructing and mentoring operatives when the site Manager is on leave. Responsibilities include the safe opening and closing of the site, managing documentation, assisting service users, checking permits, ensuring waste streams are segregated, maintaining a clean environment, and seeking improvements in customer service and recycling rates. Training will be provided for equipment operation, first aid, fire safety, manual handling, and plant operation. Opportunities for progression are available.

About You

Applicants should have a proven track record of delivering excellent customer service, high standards of work, and interpersonal skills to advise residents on waste disposal. Ability to remain calm under pressure, work safely, and follow procedures in all weather conditions is essential. Experience in physical effort and team management is required. You must be the designated first aider and fire marshal on site, with training provided for operating JCBs.

Additional Information

This role is within the Operational Services, level OPS6. For more details, see: Job profiles – Operational services.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact .

Application Process

Please upload your most recent CV, including employment history, training, and qualifications. Use the opportunity to demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role in your application.

Benefits

Working for us offers various benefits, details of which can be provided upon request.

Additional Information

We are a Disability Confident employer, guaranteeing an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria. Fluency in English is essential for communicating with the public, with provisions for sign language interpreters if needed.

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