At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support waste and recycling services, ensuring efficient operations and team performance.
- Company: Join Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council, committed to community and sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Great career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in waste or logistics, strong communication, and a proactive mindset required.
The predicted salary is between 37280 - 37280 £ 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.
Responsibilities
- 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 and work collaboratively to deliver an efficient, customer-focused service
Qualifications
- Experience working in waste, logistics or similar operational services
- 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
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
Equal Opportunity
Newcastle‑under‑Lyme Borough Council is committed to the employment and career development of disabled people, armed forces and care leavers. We offer an interview guarantee scheme for applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Recycling and Waste Service Supervisor employer: Newcastle Under Lyme Borough Council
Join Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council as a Recycling and Waste Service Supervisor, where you will be part of a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With access to flexible working options, generous leave entitlements, and a commitment to career growth, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to lead frontline teams in delivering essential waste and recycling services. Enjoy additional benefits such as local discounts, health support services, and a strong focus on safety and compliance, making it an excellent place to build your career.
Contact Details:
Newcastle Under Lyme Borough Council Recruitment Team
