Operations Manager - Waste & Recycling
Oxford | £53,104 - £60,415 DOE | Full-time | Make a meaningful impact
A leading environmental services provider is looking for an experienced and dynamic Recycling & Waste Operations Manager to lead and innovate their frontline waste services. This is an opportunity to take strategic and operational ownership of waste and recycling services for a large urban area, with a strong focus on sustainability, performance, and community impact.
What you'll do:
1. Lead the delivery of all waste collection, recycling, and disposal services
2. Drive efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement
3. Oversee large fleet and operational budgets
4. Inspire and manage a large workforce
5. Develop strategies to meet ambitious recycling and waste reduction targets
What we're looking for:
6. Proven experience managing large operational teams in waste, logistics or a similar environment
7. Strong leadership, project delivery, and performance management skills
8. Budget, resource, and asset management expertise
9. Health & Safety and regulatory compliance knowledge
10. Strategic thinker with a hands-on attitude
Desirable: Industry qualifications (e.g. WAMITAB, CPC, CIWM membership), and experience in commercial waste development.
Ready to take the lead in transforming waste services while supporting sustainability goals?