We have an opportunity at our new Thameside facility at Tilbury Docks for an Operations Manager to join our team working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
The salary for this role will be competitive per year and participation in an annual bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.
The closing date for applications is 31st May 2026. We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.
Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will provide operational leadership to the team at Thameside, with line management responsibility for Shift Team Leaders and other members of site staff. Working in conjunction with the site leadership team comprising of the Safety and Compliance Manager and the Engineering Manager, you will drive safety, compliance, staff engagement and best in class performance.
Through constant review, you’ll ensure that a cost-effective and high-quality service is consistently carried out across the site, identifying opportunities for business improvement and monitoring site KPI’s.
As a strong and motivational leader, you’ll manage and develop all ERF employees to maximise their potential for themselves and the business.
Our ideal Operations Manager will have:
* Extensive people management experience within a large department/region at senior level.
* Practical experience in the implementation of a corporate management system.
* Extensive and proven knowledge of the waste/energy recovery industries.
* Proven motivator with strong leadership skills.
* Educated to at least ONC/HNC/HND level in a relevant technical discipline.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Knowledge of ERF, power or related operations is highly desirable but not essential.
As an equal opportunities employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
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