Environmental Waste Manager

Schools’ Choice; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management team is seeking an Environmental Waste Manager in Ipswich. This role involves managing waste services, ensuring compliance with ISO14001 standards, and promoting sustainability practices. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 WAMITAB qualification and a strong commitment to environmental management.

Benefits

Generous holiday package + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Full wellbeing support including GP access and mental health counselling

Qualifications

• Experienced in brokerage waste services and managing teams.
• Proactive and organised with a passion for sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve waste services with customers and suppliers.
• Support helpdesk operations and handle service escalations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards.

Skills

Sustainable waste management

Communication

Customer focus

Organisational skills

Education

Level 4 WAMITAB

Job description

Environmental Waste Manager
Ipswich, Suffolk
Hybrid Working

Are you passionate about sustainable waste management and ready to make a meaningful impact? We're looking for an experienced Environmental Waste Manager to join our dynamic facilities management team in Ipswich.

As the subject matter expert in Environmental Waste, you will work closely with our customers, supply chain partners, and internal teams to deliver high-quality, compliant waste management solutions across the UK. You'll support our helpdesk team, manage supplier relationships, and lead continuous improvement in systems and compliance aligned with ISO14001 standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and procurement to manage and improve waste services
• Support helpdesk operations and handle service escalations
• Embed sustainable process changes and ensure statutory compliance
• Coach teams and promote best practices in environmental sustainability

About You:

You're a confident communicator with a Level 4 WAMITAB (or equivalent), experienced in brokerage waste services and leading fast-paced teams. You're organised, proactive, and customer-focused, with a genuine passion for sustainability.

What We Offer:

• Generous holiday package + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Full wellbeing support including GP access, mental health counselling, and more

For more information, contact us.