At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operations in a growing waste and recycling business, optimising collections and fleet management.
- Company: Dynamic UK waste and recycling company focused on sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £70-80k plus bonus, with opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking company with a commitment to environmental responsibility.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the waste and recycling sector while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in operational leadership within waste, recycling, or logistics.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 80000 £ per year.
Operations Director
Waste & Recycling
We are seeking an ambitious, commercially driven Operations Director to lead the operational performance of a growing UK waste and recycling business.
You will take ownership of day-to-day operations while progressively assuming wider responsibility for board governance, stakeholder management, banking relationships and M&A integration.
Salary : £70-80k plus bonus
Location
Northamptonshire/Cambridgeshire YOU MAY HAVE WORKED IN: Biomass, Wood Recycling, Scrap Metal, Trade Waste, Construction Waste, Demolition Waste, Aggregates Recycling, Quarrying, Glass Recycling.
Plastics Recycling, MRF, MBT, Metal Recycling, Mechanical Biological Treatment, Materials Recovery Facility In a position such as: Operations Director, Head of Operations, Regional Operations Manager, General Manager, Operations Manager, Transport Manager, Fleet Operations Manager, Waste Operations Manager, Regional Operations Director, Logistics Director, Transport Operations Director, General Manager
Waste, General Manager
Recycling, Waste & Recycling Operations Manager, Depot Manager, Area Operations Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Group Operations Manager, Senior Operations Manager Key Responsibilities
Operations & Fleet: Lead collections, route optimisation, driver scheduling, fleet utilisation, maintenance and transport compliance.
Tipping & Offtake: Manage MRF, Ef W and processor relationships, gate fees, contracts and disposal economics.
Compliance: Own EA, Duty of Care, WTN, H&S, Fire Prevention and permit compliance.
EBITDA & Cost
Control: Improve route profitability, margins and fleet efficiency while controlling overheads.
Customers: Support the commercial team in winning and retaining high-volume industrial accounts.
Ideally, you will be an experienced Head of Operations, Regional Operations Manager, COO, General Manager or Operations Director within waste, recycling, transport, logistics or skip hire.
We are looking for:
510+ years' relevant operational leadership experience COTC / WAMITAB, Transport Manager CPC and NEBOSH Proven experience managing collections, fleet and disposal routes Strong P&L, route profitability, margin and supplier negotiation skills A hands-on, visible leadership style with credibility from the yard to the Board
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Operations Director Waste & Recycling in Northampton employer: TOTAL WASTE RECRUITMENT LTD
Join a forward-thinking company in the waste and recycling sector that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to grow into a leadership role while enjoying a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and success. Located conveniently along the M62 and M4 corridors, this role offers flexibility and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a vital industry.
Contact Details:
TOTAL WASTE RECRUITMENT LTD Recruitment Team
