At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in managing waste and recycling operations daily.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in environmental management while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and experience in waste management or recycling preferred.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
An experienced Waste & Recycling Operations Manager is required to lead a production team at a fast-paced processing site.
Salary: £60k + benefits, Pension
Location: Horwich, Blackrod Preston and surrounding areas
The Role
- Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of a busy waste management or recycling facility.
- Oversee the intake, processing, and dispatch of waste materials.
- Ensure all plant and equipment are properly maintained and operational.
- Maintain compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety, and Quality standards.
- Manage, motivate, and develop a team of production staff.
- Support commercial activities and contribute to overall business performance.
About You
- A relevant qualification such as COTC/WAMITAB.
- Proven experience managing a waste processing or recycling site although not essential.
- A background working with materials such as wood waste, scrap metal, plastics, construction/demolition waste, composting, landfill, aggregates, anaerobic digestion, MRF/MBT operations, or other heavy industry.
- Desirable: NEBOSH or IOSH certification.
- A full UK driving license.
Suitable Backgrounds
- General Manager
- MBT Shift Manager
- Transfer Station Manager
- Recycling Operations Manager
- Waste Site Manager
- MRF Manager
- Skip Hire General Manager
- Recycling Production Manager
- Plant Manager
Operations Manager - Waste management and Recycling in Preston employer: Total Waste Recruitment
As a leading player in the waste and recycling sector, our company offers an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional growth, with opportunities to advance into management roles as the team expands. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a dynamic workplace where your contributions directly impact sustainability efforts and client relationships.
