Waste Operations Manager - Rugby Borough Council : Job Details

Waste Operations Manager

Rugby Borough Council

Job Location : Rugby, UK

Posted on : 13/11/2024 - Valid Till : 01/12/2024

Job Description :

Waste Operations Manager

£39,513 - £43,693

(additional payment may be made for an exceptional candidate)

Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and organised Waste Manager to lead and manage waste operations effectively, ensuring safe and compliant handling, disposal, and recycling processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in waste management, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to promoting environmental sustainability. This role involves overseeing a diverse team, coordinating with external partners, and ensuring all waste management activities align with regulatory and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operations Management: Supervise day-to-day waste collection, segregation, and disposal activities to ensure efficient operations.
  • Compliance and Safety: Ensure all waste handling and disposal activities comply with local and government policies as well as health and safety standards.
  • Team Leadership: Manage, train, and support waste management staff, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
  • Process Optimisation: Identify opportunities to improve waste management processes, focusing on cost efficiency, sustainability, and waste reduction.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of waste volumes, disposal methods, incidents, and regulatory compliance.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet waste disposal and recycling targets.

About you

  • Previous management experience in waste, sanitation, or environmental services preferred but not essential.
  • Strong understanding of waste management practices, regulations, and safety procedures or the commitment to undertake relevant training.
  • Effective leadership and people management skills.
  • Ability to identify and resolve operational issues quickly and effectively.
  • Good communication and organisational skills.
  • Proficient in using management software and standard office applications.

Please see the attached Job Profile on our website for full details.

Benefits

  • 35 days leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)
  • Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Hybrid working up to 60%
  • Flexi time scheme
  • Annual leave purchase scheme
  • Structured Induction Program
  • Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes
  • Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals
  • Family Friendly Policies
  • Independent Support for your health & wellbeing
  • Generous compassionate leave
  • Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Car Salary Sacrifice & Cycle to Work scheme and more
Closing Date: 1 December

Interview Date: 11 of December

Salary : 39513 - 43693

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