Operations Manager - #2092312

Role: Operations Manager

Location: Birmingham (On-site with occasional travel)

Salary: circa.£47,000 per annum + benefits

Type: Full-time, permanent

Are you an experienced operations professional with a technical background in waste management or recycling?

We have an exciting opportunity for you to operationally lead a busy licensed site in Birmingham.

About the Role

As Operations Manager, you will take full ownership of the site’s daily operations, ensuring compliance with all regulations, driving operational efficiency, and leading a committed team.

This role offers a senior leadership position with significant influence over site performance and culture.

You will manage production, transport, and administrative functions, working closely with central teams and other depots to share best practices and foster continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily site activities including production workflows, transport logistics, and administrative tasks
• Lead and support a diverse team of supervisors, operators, drivers, and office staff
• Ensure strict compliance with health and safety standards and licensed waste site regulations
• Manage material flows, driver schedules, and inventory control to optimise efficiency
• Coordinate resources during planned shutdowns or unexpected disruptions to maintain smooth operations
• Act as deputy to the General Manager when required
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness
• Maintain strong communication with internal departments, regulators, and external partners

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing operations within the waste management sector, ideally on a licensed site
• Relevant qualifications such as CPC and WAMITAB (or working towards)
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent knowledge of operational compliance and health and safety requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with KPI reporting; experience with SAP or Navision is advantageous
• Effective communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package including pension
• Work in a modern, well-equipped facility with opportunities to improve processes
• Enjoy autonomy to shape site culture and operational delivery
• Clear career progression within a growing and dynamic organisation
• Engage in a role offering professional growth and development

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, on-site role based in Birmingham, with occasional travel required for meetings and collaborative projects.

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding leadership role in waste management operations, we’d love to hear from you.