Assistant Waste Operations Manager

Battersea Academy for Skills & Employment (BASE); Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading circular economy company in Greater London is seeking an Assistant Waste Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations for recycling and waste services. You will lead a team, ensure compliance with health & safety standards, and maintain accurate records. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with strong team management skills, contributing to an ethical and dynamic workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste management or recycling operations is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a team of operatives.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of waste generation and disposal.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day waste operations and recycling services.
• Train team members on waste disposal and recycling practices.
• Ensure health & safety requirements are met.

Skills

Co-ordination

Team management

Health & safety knowledge

Problem-solving

Tools

Waste management equipment

Job description

Job title

Assistant Waste Operations Manager

Job location

Battersea Power Station

Hours

37.5 hours. Mon-Fri. 8am to 4:30pm – or as the job requires.

The Company

Recorra is a leading circular economy company, providing services for recycling, data destruction & office supplies in London & the South East. We are born environmentalists, formed by Friends of the Earth in 1988 and now operating as an independent commercial organisation.

We are an ethical and fast-growing company with a team of exceptional people and are looking for someone to join us during an exciting period of change and growth. The role provides the opportunity for you to use your skills to make a difference within a friendly, dynamic and forward-thinking company. The culture is energetic, and there will be many opportunities for you to make a substantial contribution to the business.

The Role

Be responsible for the co-ordination, planning and management of the day to day running for all recycling, waste, and ancillary services.

• Ensuring health & safety requirements and customers expectations are fully met.
• Maintain accurate records of waste generation, disposal, and recycling activities.
• Assisting with managing a team of 18 waste operatives
• Conducting training sessions for employees on proper waste disposal and recycling practices.
• Oversee the maintenance and proper functioning of waste management equipment, such as compactors and balers.
• Cover the wate operations manager when absent.
• Managing Prada bookings .
• Monitoring stock
• Managing the rota system
• Working closely with the supervisors to seek out working efficiencies

Expected working style

• Highly autonomous and self-motivated
• Ability to change approach and personal style to appeal to your audience.
• Contribute actively to maintaining a good team spirit.
• Ability to look for solutions, not problems