Our public sector are looking for a Waste Management Supervisor to join them.
Location Leicestershire
Pay Rate - £17ph
Job Purpose
This is a hands-on, field-based supervisory role responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Councils RHWSs and WTSs. The successful candidate will travel daily to sites across the network, delivering operational support, HR duties, training, and health and safety compliance oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources & Staff Support
Assist with onboarding of new staff including induction and orientation
Conduct one-to-one check-ins, return-to-work interviews, and low-level policy discussions
Monitor and support staff wellbeing and performance on site
Training & Development
Deliver training using physical workbooks and support e-learning initiatives
Create and lead toolbox talks, safety briefings, and other structured training
Identify training needs and support staff development
Health, Safety & Compliance
Enforce safe systems of work and site-specific risk assessments
Support implementation and monitoring of the Councils Quality Management System
Conduct regular site checks and audits to ensure compliance
Issue, monitor, and maintain records for PPE and uniform allocation
Wear and potentially operate a Body Worn Camera (BWC) as part of the Councils uniform requirements, unless exemptions apply
Operational Duties
Ensure accurate record-keeping for waste movements and reporting
Support day-to-day site operations, including resolving low-level customer complaints (in person, by phone, or email)
Drive a Council 3.5 tonne box van on an ad-hoc basis as operational needs require
Person Specification
Essential:
Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role, preferably in waste management or a similar operational field
Strong understanding of health and safety practices and risk assessments
Full UK driving licence with the ability to travel daily to multiple sites
Confident communicator, both verbally and in writing
Ability to manage and resolve low-level HR and customer service issues
Comfortable delivering training and briefings to staff teams
Desirable:
Experience delivering or coordinating staff training and toolbox talks
Familiarity with waste management regulations and safe systems of work
Previous experience working with or managing Quality Management Systems
Manual handling and/or First Aid certification
Additional Information
PPE and uniform will be provided, including a Body Worn Camera (BWC) which is a standard part of the field-based uniform
Reasonable adjustments can be discussed in relation to PPE/BWC requirements
This is an active role requiring frequent travel and presence at operational sites
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