At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to ensure safe and efficient recycling operations at our Walthamstow site.
- Company: Join LondonEnergy, a leader in waste management and recycling in the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a generous annual leave package.
- Other info: Flexible working across different sites with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on the environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in waste operations and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £35,975.72 + a shift allowance of 7.5%
Location: South Access Recycling Site, Walthamstow North London
About LondonEnergy:
LondonEnergy operates the second largest waste contract in the UK, handling and processing nearly 750,000 tonnes of London’s waste every year. We have a dedicated team of people working across our various North London sites, making a positive difference to the environment and the local community. By processing household waste at our facility, we produce enough waste from energy to power 80,000 homes every year and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse & Recycling Centres.
About the role:
As a Site Supervisor of our South Access Road Recycling team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant operation of the Reuse & Recycling Centre (RRC) at all times. You will also be responsible for leading and managing a dedicated team, ensuring they are well-supported, motivated, and working to the highest standards. Additionally, you will be expected to step in and provide support as needed, as well as standing in for the Area RRC Supervisors and Contracts Manager when required.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure RRC operations comply with Waste Management Permits, regulations, and Company procedures. Conduct site inspections, report findings, and maintain staff and public safety. Assist with Health and Safety updates and Environmental Agency requirements, including Waste Tonnage returns.
- Business & People Management: Support efficient site operations, manage expenditure, and meet contractual requirements. Oversee vehicle and plant operations, propose improvements, and complete reports on time. Lead and motivate staff, manage training, resolve issues, and supervise sub-contractors. Liaise with external stakeholders as needed.
- Business Operations & Efficiency: Assist in managing and controlling site expenditure, ensuring cost-effective operations. Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all vehicles and mobile plant on site. Organise and utilise vehicles and plant efficiently, ensuring cost-effective operation. Maintain all company electronic systems, including the Gatehouse system, and ensure regular maintenance of static and mobile plant as per manufacturer guidelines and company procedures, including monitoring inspections and defect reports.
- People Management: Ensure appropriate staffing levels, maintain safe and effective practices, and identify training needs. Resolve employee relations issues, provide motivation, and supervise sub-contractor activities.
- Compliance & Liaison: Ensure all employees and visitors comply with Company policies and procedures. Deal courteously with the public and liaise with landlords, tenants, and external bodies as required.
Previous experience of working in a Waste Operations / Recycling environment.
Strong interpersonal skills particularly in dealing with the public.
Flexible in relation to working at different RRC sites as necessary and in accordance with the required working hours and rota.
Be a competent user of Microsoft (Word and Excel).
COTC qualified (desirable).
Private Medical & Life Insurance.
Company Pension Scheme.
Annual Leave Package.
Employee Recognition Scheme.
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Many more benefits.
Site Supervisor - Walthamstow Recycling Centre employer: LondonEnergy Ltd
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