Interim Waste Manager - Local Authority

Reed; Rotherham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Rotherham is seeking a Waste Manager to oversee the waste management unit. This role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing service delivery effectively. The successful candidate will have significant management experience and a Level 7 qualification or equivalent. The position offers flexible working hours and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for professional development

Inclusive and supportive team environment

Competitive salary and job security

Qualifications

• Significant management experience in waste services.
• Experience in leadership and HR management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the waste management team and handle HR matters.
• Monitor and control operational service delivery.
• Manage budgets and ensure financial targets are met.

Skills

Effective communication

Negotiation

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Planning

Education

Level 7 qualification

Job description

Job Title: Waste Manager

We are seeking a dedicated Waste Manager to oversee and manage the waste management unit, ensuring efficient, compliant, and customer-focused service delivery. This role is crucial for leading the waste management team and ensuring that all operations align with regulatory standards and council policies.

Position Details:

• Hourly Rate: 25.86 (PAYE)
• Location: Hellaby, Rotherham
• Job Type: Full-time, Flexible hours (may include out-of-hours work)

Day-to-day Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Management: Lead the waste management team, handle HR matters, health & safety, and performance management.
• Service Delivery: Monitor and control operational service delivery to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Financial Management: Manage budgets and ensure financial targets are met.
• Procurement & Contracts: Oversee procurement and management of both internal and external services.
• Customer Service: Maintain high-quality, customer-focused service delivery.
• Planning & Reporting: Prepare service and action plans, and produce detailed reports and management information.
• Partnerships: Develop strategic partnerships and collaborative working arrangements.
• Regulation & Compliance: Ensure activities comply with relevant legislation and regulations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: Significant management experience in waste services, including leadership, HR management, and working with external agencies.
• Education: Level 7 qualification (e.g., Post Graduate Certificates/Diplomas) or equivalent experience.
• Skills: Effective communication, negotiation, decision-making, problem-solving, strategic thinking, and planning skills.
• Other Requirements: Ability to travel within the Borough, good attendance record, adherence to Council policies, and safeguarding responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours, including potential out-of-hours work.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Inclusive and supportive team environment.
• Competitive salary and job security within a public sector role.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter explaining your relevant experience and interest in this role.