Job Purpose
The Site Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of Beauparc’s processing facility in Leeds. This includes ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of all plant operations — from material processing and transport, to maintenance, compliance, and people leadership.
This role is also accountable for aligning site performance with the company's recycling strategy, sustainability commitments, and commercial targets.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety, Environmental & Compliance
Lead a proactive safety-first culture across the site, ensuring zero-harm principles are embedded
Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation, EA permits, environmental regulations, and internal policies
Oversee health & safety of all personnel and third-party visitors
Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks, and participate in the SHEQ working group
Ensure all Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments are in place, understood, and followed
Coach and guide the team on accident reporting, investigations, and continuous safety improvementOperations & Plant Management
Oversee all material processing, recovery, transport, and final disposal activities
Maximise plant availability, throughput, and output quality within compliance and cost constraints
Lead site planning and review meetings to align daily activity with strategic KPIs
Ensure preventative maintenance of all fixed and mobile plant, working closely with engineering
Liaise with logistics to ensure timely movement of material in accordance with offtake agreements and permits
Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and productivity optimisation across the sitePeople Leadership & Development
Recruit, induct, and develop site personnel to build a high-performing, safety-conscious team
Ensure sufficient staffing levels across all shifts
Deliver regular training, coaching, competency assessments, and performance reviews
Set clear objectives and maintain a culture of accountability, engagement, and development
Approve payroll submissions and ensure compliance with workforce planning processesFinancial & Commercial Responsibility
Control site operational budgets, costs, and resource utilisation
Contribute to financial forecasting and reporting
Balance site efficiency with quality, compliance, and profitability objectives
Support the implementation of commercial agreements by ensuring operational capability aligns with contractual outputsStrategic Execution & Stakeholder Collaboration
Support delivery of site and regional strategic plans, including sustainability and digitalisation goals
Work closely with other Site Managers, Engineering, Compliance, SHEQ, and Commercial teams
Maintain strong relationships with regulators, partners, and key external stakeholders
Represent the site at regional processing and planning meetingsKey Accountabilities
Operational compliance with legislation, permits, and company policies
Leadership of a safe, engaged, and capable on-site team
Delivery of site KPIs including throughput, quality, and cost efficiency
Maintenance of a compliant and well-maintained plant
Contribution to strategic and continuous improvement initiativesKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Zero-harm and compliance with HS&E standards
Site production and output targets
Labour cost efficiency and utilisation
Audit outcomes (internal, external, EA)
Operational uptime and asset reliability
Team development, retention, and engagement metricsPerson Specification
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Proven experience in operational leadership in a processing, recycling, or manufacturing facility
Strong track record in managing safety, compliance, and plant performance
Experience leading teams in high-risk environments
Strong understanding of waste/recycling operations and environmental regulation
Financial and budget management experience
Effective communicator with strong planning and decision-making abilityDesirable
Experience in site permit management and working with the Environment Agency
WAMITAB Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC) – with up-to-date continued competency
Knowledge of ERP or operational data systems (e.g. Power BI, CMMS)
Exposure to continuous improvement or Lean methodologies
Degree in Operations, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related disciplinePersonal Qualities
Confident, pragmatic leader with strong coaching and mentoring ability
Resilient under pressure and solutions-focused
Collaborative mindset and excellent interpersonal skills
Highly organised, commercially aware, and detail-oriented
Passionate about sustainability, safety, and operational excellenceCompetency Areas
HS&E Leadership - Visible safety leader, drives culture of zero harm
Operational Excellence - Results-driven with strong cost control and process efficiency
People Development - Empowers teams and builds site capability
Stakeholder Management - Trusted collaborator across internal and external stakeholders
Continuous Improvement - Champions innovation, leads change initiatives
Join us on the journey…..
Over the past 30 years, Beauparc has continued to grow and acquire businesses that all share a very similar vision and set of values. We’re now a group of almost 3000 people, all contributing to that growth and success.
Whilst Beauparc is the parent company to numerous brands, we all share an ambitious vision for the future. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people and connected partners is front and centre. As a team, we’re safer together. We deliver our customers with a partnership approach to managing their resources responsibly. We constantly push the boundaries of innovation. What’s good today can be better tomorrow.
Beauparc is not just a company, it’s a resource recovery business. Over the past three decades we’ve grown and diversified significantly, we believe that great leadership is rooted in strong values. As leaders within this industry, we’re committed to shaping a better future for our friends, families and communities. Our philosophy remains unchanged, balancing customer satisfaction with environmentally sustainable practices. Exceptional customer service, and unwavering dedication to sustainability are the cornerstones of our business.
Our journey is dependent upon talented, passionate, and dedicated people that constantly strive and challenge each other for better outcomes.
Take the first step today and join us on the journey……….
Beauparc aims to attract and retain a skilled and diverse workforce that best represents the talent available in the communities in which our assets are located and our employees reside.
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