Operations Manager - Waste Logistics

Job Description Job Title: Operations Manager - Waste Transport LogisticsJob Location: West YorkshireJob Reward: 60-65k Target, applications reviewed upon experienceSector: Waste Management, Collection, Recycling, Transport, Environmental Services, Facilities Contracts ManagementOn-site and Hybrid work, commute toWest Yorkshire is preferred Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, initially 6 months, possibly 12 monthsAre you an experienced operations leader, a PROVEN AND EXPERIENCED, PEOPLE MANAGER AND LEADER with a background in waste management, transport, supply chain logistics, recycling, logistics or facilities management?Im recruiting a Regional Operations Manager to lead local area front-line services across waste collection, recycling and cleansing. Essentially, this is an operational leadership role, so we are looking for a proven people manager within a fast operational delivery set-up.This is a high-impact operational leadership role; you will make an immediate mark, responsible for overseeing multi-site teams in West Yorkshire, managing large workforces, and ensuring safe, efficient service delivery to residents and commercial customers.Duties & Responsibilities - Operations Manager - Waste Transport LogisticsLead and manage large-scale waste collection, recycling and operational cleansing operations across multiple depots in the West Yorkshire areaEnsure safe, compliant and efficient service delivery across a diverse front-line operations collection and processing workforceDrive operational performance, service improvement and resource optimisationOversee daily deployment of teams, vehicles, and equipment in a fast-paced environment.Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, communities and external partnersChampion a positive health 'safety cultureContribute to long-term service planning and transformation projectsThis role is ideal for leaders who thrive in high-volume, high-visibility operational environments in supply chain, movement of products or services, on time, in fullRequirements Operations Manager - Waste & LogisticsProven operational management experience in environments such as waste & recycling, transport, logistics, supply chain, warehousing or local authority services, utilities, environmental services or facilities managementStrong leadership experience managing large front-line teams across multiple sites/depotsExcellent understanding of Health & Safety, compliance and risk managementStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levelsA full UK driving licence is essentialAn IOSH or NEBOSH qualification is preferredA Transport CPC license is preferredExperience in trade waste, recycling or environmental services is preferredExperience working with unions and community groups is preferredExperience of working with local authorities and Government Administration is a slam dunk!Why Apply? Operations Manager - Waste & LogisticsLead essential public-facing services that make a real differenceWork across a variety of sites and communitiesOpportunity to influence service improvement and long-term strategyBe part of a supportive, collaborative operational leadership teamIf you have strong operational leadership experience from waste, recycling, logistics, transport, environmental services, facilities management or similar sectors, wed love to hear from you.Candidates who are an Operations Manager, Waste Recycling Manager, Cleansing Manager, Environmental Services Operations Manager, Recycling Operations Manager, Facilities Operations Manager, Transport Operations Manager, Logistics Manager or warehousing Operations Manager, may also be suitable for this role.

Created: 2025-12-18