We’re looking for a hands-on and driven On-Site Operations Manager to play a key leadership role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of materials across our waste and recycling facility. This position offers the opportunity to influence operational performance and long-term success while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Team Leadership & Management
- Lead and manage the on-site operations team, including training and performance oversight
- Oversee sorting line operations and coordinate with on-site machine drivers
- Manage weighbridge activities, including night shift operatives
- Finalise staff rosters and liaise with HR/recruitment teams
Plant & Operational Performance
- Work cross-functionally to improve plant efficiency
- Coordinate with plant suppliers on service agreements, maintenance, and upgrades
- Oversee the intake, processing, and internal movement of materials
Compliance & Licensing
- Ensure adherence to all health, safety, environmental, and waste regulations
- Act as the main point of contact for inspectors and regulatory bodies
- Ensure timely outbound material movements to designated outlets
- Maintain compliance with environmental licensing and waste storage standards
- Keep accurate records on classification, dust/odour controls, and material quality
- Collaborate with EHS on audits and local stakeholder communications
Yard & Site Operations
- Maintain high standards across staff facilities and site presentation
- Partner with transport and sales teams on stock control for bins, skips, and roll-on units
- Develop and implement traffic management plans with transport and EHS teams
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years’ leadership experience
- Background in waste, depot, or industrial operations
- Strong people management and operational leadership skills
- Solid understanding of plant and material handling workflows
- Familiarity with regulatory and health & safety requirements
- Heavy machinery experience beneficial but not essential
- Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities
What You’ll Get
- Real career progression opportunities across a growing operational network
- Structured onboarding and ongoing support from an experienced team
- A collaborative leadership environment
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in a growing and ambitious organisation
Reporting to: Chief Operations Officer
