Waste Manager

The Opportunity I'm currently working with a large public-sector organisation to recruit an experienced Waste Operations Manager to lead the delivery of frontline environmental and waste services across multiple operational sites. This is a key leadership post responsible for overseeing collection, cleansing and recycling operations while driving service improvement and operational performance.

The Role Working closely with senior leadership, you will take day-to-day responsibility for the management and development of waste operations including staff, facilities, budgets and equipment. You will play a central role in ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard while identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation. Key Duties Lead and manage operational waste services including collections, street cleansing and recycling centres Oversee staff performance, attendance management and workforce planning Manage budgets, monitor spend and support financial planning processes Develop and implement service improvement plans and operational strategies Ensure facilities, vehicles and equipment are maintained and fit for purpose Produce performance reports and present updates to senior stakeholders Liaise with internal departments, external partners and community stakeholders Support policy development, risk management and business planning Identify training needs and support staff development across the service Deputise for senior management as required Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental and organisational policies Support winter planning, emergency response and out-of-hours operations where required

Essential Criteria Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline such as Environmental Management or similar At least 3 years' experience in waste operations or a similar operational service Experience managing staff, budgets, facilities and equipment Proven ability to deliver service improvements and manage performance Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Knowledge of health & safety and operational compliance requirements Full driving licence or access to suitable transport Desirable Membership of a relevant professional body Experience working within local government or public-sector services Knowledge of regional waste management legislation and priorities For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Glenn Roberts in the strictest confidence IND
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