Assistant Site Manager Waste Management

White Recruitment Construction; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Waste Management company in Southampton is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to oversee onsite operations. The successful candidate will be experienced in the waste industry, demonstrate leadership capabilities, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include operational management and driving efficiency. This role offers a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 and numerous employee benefits, including growth opportunities within the company.

Benefits

21 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Company Pension

Private Medical and Dental insurance

Well-being programme

On-site parking

Training programme

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Waste Management or Environmental Services.
• Experience in Transfer Station and/or Depot Management.
• IOSH/NEBOSH Qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and health and safety regulations.
• Support management of site operations and treatment plant.
• Drive operational efficiency and cost reduction.
• Identify new business opportunities and improve communication.

Skills

Leadership experience

Waste Management expertise

Health and Safety compliance

Operational efficiency

Education

Degree in Chemistry or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Site Manager Waste Management

Location: Southampton, UK

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE)

Are you a Waste Management Industry expert? Are you looking for an exciting new career for an established and growing Waste Management company based in Southampton? This role could be excellent for you!

My client is looking for an experienced Waste Industry Leader to join their team based in Southampton, to oversee and support the Site Manager with onsite operations for the Transfer Station and Depot.

Working Hours

Full Time: Monday – Friday – 40 hours per week

Package Benefits

• 21 days holiday + 8 banks (Increasing to 25 days with service)
• Company Pension
• Private Medical and Dental insurance
• Well-being programme and Mental Health Support
• On-site parking
• Excellent and ongoing training programme
• Opportunity for growth and development within the company

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with environmental permits, health and safety regulations, and all relevant authority standards, including oversight of H&S, facility management, and emergency response.
• Support with management of all aspects of site operations, including treatment plant, transfer station, vehicle fleet, staffing, plant maintenance, and contractor control.
• Drive operational efficiency and cost reduction through process improvements, full P&L accountability, and implementation of KPIs across all site functions.
• Assist with developing and growing the business by identifying new opportunities, improving communication across sites, and ensuring accurate and efficient systems for invoicing and reporting.

Requirements

• Previous experience working for a Waste Management or Environmental Services Company (Total Waste Management, or Specialist Hazardous/Radioactive would be desirable)
• Previous experience in Transfer Station and/or Depot Management
• Degree in Chemistry (or equivalent) and/or previous experience as a Site Chemist is desirable
• Leadership experience
• Previous experience with H&S and Compliance
• IOSH/NEBOSH Qualification desirable