Team Leader - Waste Operations
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 - 17.30pm - 40 hours per week Salary: £28,080
What’s in it for me: People Solutions are currently recruiting for an Team Leader in Waste Operations to join our well-established client based in Stoke on Trent in Staffordshire, on a full-time permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity, offering an excellent annual salary, great benefits, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
Our client is an ambitious and fast-growing company on a mission to become the UK’s premier waste management provider.
We’re looking for a hands-on Team Leader to lead a small, motivated team within a busy hazardous waste operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and a proactive, safety-first approach who enjoys working in a practical, outdoor environment.
Benefits include:
* Competitive salary with genuine long-term career development opportunities
* Full-time, permanent position (40 hours per week)
* Chance to join an ambitious, values-driven business leading the way in sustainable waste management
* Ongoing training and support in a health and safety–focused environment
Day-to-day duties: your duties will include (but not be limited to):
* Lead and motivate a team of 2–3 people, ensuring productivity and KPI targets are met
* Coordinate daily unloading of palletised waste and support the inspection and segregation process
* Communicate and liaise effectively with site chemists and other departments to ensure smooth material flow
* Complete daily FLT pre-use checks and ensure all equipment and tools are operated safely in line with company policy
* Oversee the weighing, segregation, and safe storage of incoming waste materials
* Maintain maximum storage capacity through effective palletising and organisation of storage bays
* Carry out housekeeping duties including sweeping, litter picking, and drum crushing
* Support vehicle loading/unloading and assist with traffic management (banksman duties if trained)
* Promote a strong Health & Safety culture, reporting near misses and addressing hazards immediately
* Complete administrative checks, reporting, and team records accurately and on time
Essential skills: To be successful as a Team Leader, you will need:
* FLT Counterbalance licence – essential
* Previous team leader or supervisory experience – ideal but not essential
* A strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance
* Willingness to work outdoors in a hazardous chemical environment
* A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to lead by example
* Good communication and organisational skills
* Own transport
Training: Full training will be provided, with ongoing development support.
Contact: If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as an Engineer, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team to find out more.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.