Assistant Site Manager

SUEZ; Ashington; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

up to 10% annual bonus

3x life assurance policy

sick pay

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

5% employer pension

Overtime Available

Job summary

Join SUEZ as an Assistant Site Manager for our Anaerobic Digestion facility in Ashington, Northumberland. You will report to the Senior Site Manager and support safe, efficient operations across the site, coordinating with teams, customers and contractors to deliver strong environmental and commercial performance.

The role requires IOSH Managing Safely (essential) with NEBOSH advantageous, and knowledge of COTC/WAMITAB.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within an Anaerobic Digestion facility, waste processing facility, manufacturing environment or other operational setting.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification (essential); NEBOSH qualification would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of COTC/WAMITAB requirements; a COTC in Anaerobic Digestion is highly desirable with training available.
• Strong commercial awareness, numerical skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring health, safety, environmental and contractual compliance.
• Planning and coordinating operational activities while helping to manage team performance and development.
• Identifying opportunities to maximise revenue, improve efficiencies and control costs.
• Managing plant, machinery and equipment to ensure safe operation, maintenance and regulatory compliance.
• Driving continuous improvement and best practice to enhance customer service, safety, sustainability and operational performance.

Skills

IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH qualification beneficial

COTC/WAMITAB knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong commercial awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract type Permanent

Working Pattern Full time

Location based Ellington Road , Newmoor Ashington , Northumberland ,NE63 9XS

Hours per week 40

Dates that interviews will take place End of September

Salary £38,636

Assistant Site Manager

SUEZ is recruiting an Assistant Site Manager to join our new Anaerobic Digestion (AD) Facility in Ashington, Northumberland. Our facility plays a key role in diverting waste from landfill, generating renewable energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting a circular economy.

At Suez, we’re committed to making our world a more sustainable place – a highly complex challenge. That’s why we need diverse and inspirational individuals to help us move forward. If you’re ready to shape the future, collaborate, and drive positive change, we want you on our team. Join us to unleash your talent and help us achieve our shared goals.

Salary: £32,937 - £38,636

Benefits

• up to 10% annual bonus


• 3x life assurance policy


• sick pay


• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays


• 5% employer pension


• Overtime Available

Hours

7.30am - 16.30pm Monday - Friday

About The Role

Reporting to the Senior Site Manager, you'll support the safe, efficient and compliant operation of the Anaerobic Digestion Facility. You'll work closely with operational teams, customers and contractors to help deliver outstanding environmental, safety and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Supporting the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and contractual requirements.


• Planning and coordinating operational activities while helping to manage team performance and development.


• Identifying opportunities to maximise revenue, improve efficiencies and control costs.


• Managing plant, machinery and equipment to ensure safe operation, maintenance and regulatory compliance.


• Driving continuous improvement and best practice to enhance customer service, safety, sustainability and operational performance.

What are the requirements?

Role

The ideal candidate will show initiative, and be able to work as part of a dynamic team. For this role you will need:

• Experience of working within an Anaerobic Digestion facility, waste processing facility, manufacturing environment or other operational setting.


• IOSH Managing Safely qualification (essential); NEBOSH qualification would be advantageous.


• Knowledge of COTC/WAMITAB requirements. A COTC in Anaerobic Digestion is highly desirable; however, training can be provided where required.


• Strong commercial awareness, numerical skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, build positive relationships and contribute to continuous improvement.

Who We Are

At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development because when you thrive, we all succeed.

At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions.

At SUEZ, your work truly matters driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.

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Closing Date 04/09/2026

Once we have sufficient applicants we withhold the right to close job vacancies early.