Duty Manager - Refuse & Recycling Collections 📍 Location: Bridge Road Depot, Newham 5 days a week on site 🕒 Hours: 36 hours per week (Monday - Friday) 📅 Contract: 6-month fixed term 💰 Pay: £21.91 per hour PAYE / £28.57 per hour Umbrella About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Duty Manager to provide operational leadership for our Refuse and Recycling Collections Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in ensuring efficient waste and recycling operations across Newham. You will be responsible for deploying resources, managing day-to-day operational issues, and leading a large team of frontline staff. Your role will ensure compliance with Council policies, health and safety standards, and performance targets. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a large team of frontline staff, ensuring compliance with disciplinary, capability, and sickness procedures. Oversee daily operations of waste and recycling services, including staff development and performance appraisals. Deploy resources effectively to maximise productivity and ensure compliance with road transport legislation. Monitor service performance against financial and productivity targets. Ensure health and safety compliance, conduct risk assessments, and manage accident/incident investigations. Plan and organise waste and recycling routes for maximum efficiency. Respond to complaints and implem...