Bywaters
Waste Recycling Operations Manager
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Waste Recycling Operations Manager
Are you an ambitious professional ready to lead and make a real impact? Do you have a passion for environmental projects and managing operational excellence? Are you looking for a role that offers both challenge and reward in a dynamic environment?
We are currently looking for a Waste Recycling Operations Manager to join our bustling and purpose-driven team in Leyton, Greater London. Imagine being at the heart of a vital waste management operation, leading a dedicated team, and driving innovative solutions every day!
Hours of Work
Mon - Fri (40hrs)
Salary
£41,000
Waste Recycling Operations Manager Duties
- Overseeing all operational activities at our Gateway Road site
- Ensuring safety and compliance standards are met
- Managing budgets
- Leading and developing staff
- Building strong relationships with regulators and clients
- Optimising site operations
- Implementing improvements
- Maintaining high standards in health, safety, and environmental regulations
Key Success Criteria
The key success criterion is the safe long-term operation of Gateway Rd Yard. The key to achieving this will be the careful and effective manage use of resources and manpower, on a day-to-day and hour-by-hour basis, as the impact of demand and current availability requires.
To achieve this you must have good management skills backed by a strong focus on attention to detail. A positive analytical approach and a “can-do” attitude must prevail at all times to successfully execute this role.
Main Tasks And Accountabilities
- To manage site operations in accordance with Environment Agency license and H & S requirements.
- Have full budgetary responsibility for site.
- Lead and direct Site personnel.
- Effective co-ordination and monitoring of all waste movements in a compliant and effective manner.
- Liaison with customers and Third parties as necessary.
- Regular liaison with the Environment Agency and other Regulatory bodies.
- Appoint and develop staff.
- Oversee visitors and contractors on site.
- Prioritise and schedule work of the Yard and Weighbridge.
- Monitor statutory calibrations.
- Maximise utilisation.
- Plan and implement improvements.
- Compile procedures and Risk Assessments.
- Monitor use of consumables and spares.
- Oversee the housekeeping on site and ensure a high standard is maintained.
- Report and monitor all accidents, incidents, and environmental incidents on site in line with Company procedures.
- Ensure sufficient relevant equipment of any kind is available when required and appropriate stocks are kept and replenished as indicated from operational plans.
- Input wages.
- Produce/collate as required performance indicators.
- Produce a comprehensive monthly report in accordance with line management requests.
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Personal Competencies
- Formal qualification in Waste Treatment/Transfer Station COTC (Desirable)
- Intellectual Curiosity: Strong desire to learn the business; highly motivated and takes initiative to develop self professionally; seeks and recognizes the value of constructive feedback.
- Demeanour: Consistency maintains calm demeanour in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, able to maintain control with confidence and ease while remaining flexible.
- Technical expertise with the capability of undertaking running repairs to plant and equipment.
- Character: Strong desire for accountability and responsibility, commitment and willingness to challenge self and learn and develop, takes initiative to propose ideas and solutions to problems, passionate about one’s work and understands the importance of Teamwork.
- Positive and committed attitude.
- Energetic, decisive with drive and determination.
- Committed to continual improvement.
- Good understanding of waste regulations.
- Attention to detail: Successfully completes tasks requiring deep attention to detail to a high volume of detailed information, able to build quality process into one’s own work product.
- Well-developed customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Organisation: effectively manages time based on continual evaluation of priorities, meets deadlines with high-quality deliverables reflecting complete understanding of expectations, able to multi-task.
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Benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Work within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
- Enhance your expertise in the thriving environmental and waste sector.
- Be part of a diverse and inclusive organisation committed to sustainability.
Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do
At Bywaters, we are passionate about delivering sustainable waste management solutions that protect our environment. As a leading player in the environmental and waste industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, safety, and excellence. Our team in Leyton is central to our mission to reduce waste, promote recycling, and support local communities in building a greener future.
If you think you are suitable for this Waste Recycling Operations Manager role and are eager to take the next step in your career, then don't wait! Apply now to join our dedicated team and lead impactful change in the waste management industry!
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