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Competitive Salary + Benefits (Dependent upon experience)
Site-Based Role
Our Client
A leading business in the recycling and waste management sector is seeking a Plant Manager to take full responsibility for the daily operation of one of its major processing facilities. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and safety, the company operates modern infrastructure and plays a key role in supporting the UK’s transition to a circular economy.
The Role
The Plant Manager will lead all operational activities on site, ensuring the facility runs safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with environmental and regulatory standards. This is a hands-on leadership role with direct accountability for production performance, team development, and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include managing site resources, embedding a positive health and safety culture, and optimising plant performance through effective planning and oversight. The Plant Manager will also play a critical role in workforce management, quality control, cost control, and supporting long-term asset development in line with business goals.
The ideal candidate will bring experience managing operations in a processing, manufacturing, or production facility with a strong health and safety track record. They will be confident leading large teams, familiar with environmental compliance, and capable of driving site-level performance through proactive, pragmatic leadership.
To Apply
This is a critical site leadership position within a stable, long-standing organisation committed to operational excellence. Interested candidates are invited to apply via LinkedIn or through the vacancies page on the Newman Stewart website. All submissions will be reviewed, and suitable candidates will be contacted directly.
About Us
Newman Stewart is a boutique executive search firm, delivering high-performing candidates to high-profile and mission-critical assignments. With a proven track record of success globally, we are the recruitment partner of choice to many blue chip, medium and small organisations, providing Executive Search, Management Selection and Psychometric Assessment Services to its clients.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Production
* Industries
Environmental Services and Wholesale Recyclable Materials
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