Environmental Services Manager Initial 3 months Up to £400 - £450 per day (Umbrella) Inside IR35 Hybrid CV's are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing ASAP Reporting into the Assistant Director for Waste, you will be responsible the delivery and performance of the council’s joint venture. This partnership provides essential services including waste collection, street cleansing, grounds maintenance, and waste transfer operations. In this role you will Lead and manage the performance of the joint venture, ensuring services meet contractual specifications Your role as Interim Environmental Services Manager: Oversee statutory compliance, financial accountability, and health & safety risks Monitor and analyse service performance data, conduct site inspections, and manage a £5m budget Investigate and resolve service requests, complaints, and resident enquiries Provide expert advice on current and future environmental service arrangements Represent the Council in meetings with partners, stakeholders, and elected members Support the ongoing review and transformation of waste and cleansing services across the region Your previous experience as Interim Environmental Services Manager: Proven experience in contract management and environmental services, ideally within a local authority Strong knowledge of waste management legislation and best practices Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to manage budgets, interpret data, and lead service improvements Degree-level education or equivalent experience in waste management, environmental studies, or civil engineering If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Josie Main or Nikki Smith on 0117 3137110 or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact) Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process