Overview
In this role you will lead the waste service delivery for the Manchester Airports contract, shaping a sustainability strategy with recycling solutions and a culture of continuous improvement. You will collaborate with airport stakeholders and site facilities to align waste, energy and water initiatives with environmental objectives. You’ll manage a waste team, analyse trends, and coordinate with finance to minimise WIP. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role focused on delivering measurable sustainability outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Lead waste service delivery for the contract and act as primary client contact
- Collaborate with Manchester Airport stakeholders to improve waste and recycling performance
- Support waste data analysis and provide feedback on trends
- Coordinate with Mitie Waste Finance to minimise debt and WIP
- Line-manage the on-site waste team
- Ensure application of waste and recycling compliance across operations
Key requirements
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Experience in Waste/Environmental sectors
- People management experience
- Proficiency with MS platforms (Excel, Word, Teams)
- Experience dealing with stakeholders
- Communication
- Stakeholder management
- Team leadership
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- MS Teams
Contract/Sustainability manager in Manchester employer: Mitie Group
Mitie is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and operational excellence in the fast-paced FMCG manufacturing sector. With a strong focus on creating a positive, high-performance culture, employees benefit from hands-on leadership, opportunities for innovation, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across multiple sites in Harlesden and Leicester. The company's commitment to maintaining the highest food safety standards and fostering strong client relationships ensures a rewarding work environment for those passionate about leading teams and driving continuous improvement.
