At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in managing Household Recycling Centres and ensure top-notch service delivery.
- Company: Join a well-established local authority committed to sustainability.
- Benefits: Earn £16.90 - £19.52 per hour, plus pension and holiday pay.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for extension and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in waste management while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs including English and Maths or relevant experience; supervisory experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 19.52 - 19.52 £ per hour.
VANRATH are excited to be working closely to support with the role of a Waste Resource Team Leader for a well-established client within the local authority. This is initially a 3 month assignment with the possibility of extension.
Responsible to the Waste & Resource Management Supervisors for the day-to-day supervision of the Household Recycling Centres. To ensure the services are carried out in accordance with the Quality Standards set by the Council. Assist the Waste & Resource Management Supervisors to manage human, physical, and financial resources to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Provide leadership, monitoring of performance, continuous service improvement and quality of service delivery in compliance with current legislation and regulations. This role involves a shift pattern of a 4 weekly rotation to include 2 weekends in the 4.
Responsibilities:
- Support, advise and provide professional guidance to the Waste Supervisor in all matters relevant to the work of the service.
- Assist in the operational management of employees, vehicles, plant and equipment at designated areas.
- Assist in the effective management of rotas, time-keeping, performance, attendance and training needs of respective teams.
- Ensure that all mandatory health and safety policies, COSHH, manual handling, risk assessment and accident reporting procedures are rigorously implemented and adhered to within area of responsibility.
- Investigate accidents/incidents promptly, liaising with the Health and Safety team where required and submitting all relevant paperwork within Council's target timescale.
Ideal Candidate:
Essential Criteria:
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grades A-C) to include English and Maths or equivalent (Consideration may be given to those candidates who do not hold the above academic qualifications but who can demonstrate a minimum of 2 years' experience as below).
- A minimum of 1 years' relevant supervisory experience e.g. refuse collection, street cleansing, household recycling centre.
- Hold a full current driving license (valid in the UK) and have access to a car.
- Be willing to undertake an AccessNI background check.
Desirable Criteria:
- Recognised First Aid Qualification.
- Recognised fire warden training.
- Certificate of Technical Competence in Recycling Centre operations.
- Experience addressing employee relations issues in a unionised environment.
- Current knowledge of waste and cleansing legislation.
Remuneration: £16.90 - £19.52 per hour, plus pension, holiday pay and discount benefits.
For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector jobs in Antrim or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Cian France.
Waste Team Leader in Newtownabbey employer: VANRATH
VANRATH is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment within the public sector that prioritises employee growth and development. As a Waste Team Leader, you will benefit from competitive remuneration, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional advancement while contributing to meaningful community services in Antrim. The company fosters a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement, ensuring that employees are equipped with the necessary resources and training to excel in their roles.
