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Contract Manager - Municipal Waste Disposal
Salary: Competitive plus performance bonus, car allowance & pension
Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week
Location: Covering Rochester and Canterbury Waste Transfer Stations
We offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and development.
* Eligible for an annual performance bonus
* Private medical cover
* Option to choose from a company car or car allowance
* 25 days of annual leave
* Access to our company pension scheme
* One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community
* Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing
* Lead the teams to deliver municipal disposal contracts in line with defined contract KPIs and specifications, whilst maintaining a visible presence for employees on site.
* Work with commercial (internal & external) customers in utilising the sites waste management capacity to generate financial benefit
* Manage people, vehicles and equipment to the best effect, prioritising the wellbeing of our employees and the service we provide to our customers and communities.
* Ensure compliance against Veolia minimum standards and support with assurance checks and improvement planning to enhance contract performance.
* Ensure the tipping, storage and handling of waste and recycling are operated in line with Veolia Minimum Requirements and address any areas of non compliance.
* Utilise data to improve operational performance.
* Liaise with hauliers and off taker destinations to ensure best value is being achieved.
* Manage monthly financial performance and set and present budgets.
* Deliver the contract against the required budgets and KPIs.
* Manage customer complaints effectively to support the reduction of escalations.
* Manage the performance of the contract, overseeing expenditure, staffing and resources.
* Maintain a compliant and well run fleet of yellow plant and machinery.
* Challenge behaviour of site users if required and promote a safe working environment.
* Champion inclusion within the workplace.
* Ensure customer service KPIs are achieved.
What we're looking for
* A strong leader, with previous experience managing a large team within the waste industry.
* Previous experience of managing financial performance and budgets.
* Fleet management experience and knowledge of compliance.
* Strong business acumen and effective communication skills.
Job Posting End Date: 22-04-2026
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