Waste Collection Manager – OTE £50,000 – Monday to Friday
We’re looking for a hands‑on Waste Collection Manager to join our Bedford team. This is a fast‑paced, field‑based role where you’ll lead from the front – growing a customer base, developing your team, and delivering an outstanding waste service.
If you enjoy balancing sales, leadership, and operations in a target‑driven environment, this role offers real ownership with the opportunity to build your own customer base and lead a team that makes a genuine impact. You’ll join a close‑knit, high‑energy culture with strong earning potential and clear progression opportunities.
Benefits
* £28,000 to £30,000 plus bonuses – OTE £50,000.
* We’ll fully sponsor you to achieve your ADR licence.
* Monday – Friday day shifts.
* 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays off.
* 5% contributory pension and life assurance (3x salary).
* Private healthcare from day one.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with confidential support.
* Wellbeing‑focused discounts, including Virgin Active gym membership, Gymflex, Tastecard, and major retailer cashback.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Employee recognition and referral rewards scheme.
* Training and development opportunities to support your career progression.
The Role
* Lead, coach, and develop a team of waste collection representatives, spending time in the field to support and improve performance.
* Drive revenue growth by sourcing and winning new business and developing existing customer accounts.
* Manage and grow customer relationships, ensuring excellent communication and service delivery.
* Plan and coordinate routes, schedules, and work orders to maximise efficiency and performance.
* Deliver against individual, team, and branch sales and waste targets.
* Handle customer queries and issues promptly, maintaining high service standards.
* Manage team availability, including holiday and sickness cover, to ensure consistent service.
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations and compliance with HSEQ standards.
About You
You’ll come from a sales or account management background and be confident building strong relationships with customers. You’re a natural communicator who enjoys asking the right questions, spotting opportunities, and delivering results in a target‑driven environment. With some leadership or supervisory experience, you’re comfortable supporting and guiding others while leading by example. You’ll also hold a full UK Class 2 drivers licence and be happy working in a field‑based role.
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