Posted: 14 June
The role
About our opportunity Metal recycling doesn’t seem all that glamourous from the outside. But if you want in, we can show you exactly how innovative, purposeful and forward-thinking our work is. If you want to help shape the future of sustainability – not simply by recycling valuable materials, but by being a core part of the solution to the circular economy challenges currently standing in the way – this is the role for you. What you will be doing Day-to-day, you will be responsible for growing the potential in each one of your team members, giving them the tools and support they need to thrive. And you’ll ensure the smooth and efficient running of your whole site, with a big picture view on continuous improvement. About you We don’t believe in shutting doors on potential, so we don’t ask over the odds for qualifications or experience. We can teach you everything you need to know. What we can’t teach is: A personable, individual leadership approach The need to challenge yourself Excellent communication Continuous drive to be better and encourage others to do the same If you have these qualities, you’re already well on your way to being an incredible General Manager. We’ll happily fill in the gaps by developing your knowledge, skills and expertise on the job. You don’t have to know a single thing about the metal recycling industry – just the enthusiasm to learn. And we won’t stop training you once you’ve reached peak Manager status, because when you work for a global leader in sustainable materials, there is no limit to your career progression. Who we are: Our purpose is to create a future where the materials we use don’t need to be extracted from the planet.’ At EMR, we give new life to unwanted materials. Every year, we recycle 10 million tonnes of metals and plastics, saving 19 million tonnes of carbon from entering the Earth’s atmosphere, diverting waste from landfill and protecting resources and habitats. We couldn’t do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth. We’re proud to have achieved Great Place To Work status, but it’s about so much more than a badge. It’s about being recognised by our people for the continuous work we do to do better for them: ‘The people who work here are from varied backgrounds and have a variety of beliefs, all of which are accepted and respected.’ ‘I’m encouraged to keep a healthy work-life balance so that I can be performing at my best.’ ‘I’ve been supported every step of the way in my career progression.’ ‘‘EMR offers a fantastic and inclusive environment; collaboration across the whole business, humility and hard work.’ We couldn’t do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth, underpinned by our Company values of We Care and We Do. We Care Integrity – our people are Respectful and Honest Trust – our people are Collaborative and Genuine We Do Accountable – our people are Determined and Responsible Innovative – our people have a Growth Mind-set and are Progressive If you want to be part of something bigger than yourself, have a role that really makes a difference and work with likeminded people towards the same purpose, click the link to apply.
