Every day, our teams deliver essential waste, recycling and environmental services to thousands of residents and businesses across one of the UK's most beautiful districts. Behind every collection is a dedicated operational workforce, modern fleet and leadership team committed to delivering safe, reliable and customer-focused services.
Operations Manager
Company: West Devon Borough Council
Salary: £41,177 to £45,529 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Okehampton, EX20 1UD
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 29 Oct 2026
Closing date: 28 Nov 2026
Summary
Location: Hayedown, Okehampton
Lead a Service That Matters
Every day, our teams deliver essential waste, recycling and environmental services to thousands of residents and businesses across one of the UK's most beautiful districts. Behind every collection is a dedicated operational workforce, modern fleet and leadership team committed to delivering safe, reliable and customer-focused services.
We're looking for an exceptional Operations Manager to lead frontline waste and recycling operations at our Hayedown depot.
This is more than a traditional management role. It is an opportunity to lead people, improve performance, drive operational excellence and make a visible difference to local communities and the environment.
You will have responsibility for operational supervisors and frontline crews, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and consistently while helping shape the future of our Waste and Recycling Service.
What You'll Be Doing
As an Operations Manager, you'll provide visible leadership across the depot and wider service, ensuring operations run smoothly day-to-day while identifying opportunities for long-term improvement.
Essential requirements
- Experience managing frontline operational teams.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and hold teams accountable.
- Knowledge of waste management, logistics, transport, fleet, street scene or similar operational services.
- A sound understanding of health and safety management and operational compliance.
- Experience of managing employee relations issues and delivering organisational change.
- Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities.
- A full UK driving licence.
Opportunities
- Lead a service that has a direct impact on residents every day.
- Work within a supportive and forward-thinking management team.
- Influence service improvements and operational innovation.
- Develop your career within a progressive local authority.
- Play a key role in environmental sustainability and community outcomes.
Interviews are expected to be held on: Monday 7 December
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Operations Manager in Okehampton employer: WEST DEVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
West Devon Borough Council is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that values innovation and community impact. Employees benefit from professional growth opportunities through diverse projects focused on climate action and economic development, all while working in a picturesque location that enhances work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the community and contribute to sustainable initiatives.
Contact Details:
WEST DEVON BOROUGH COUNCIL Recruitment Team
