Environmental Waste Manager

ZipRecruiter; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking an Environmental Waste Manager to drive sustainable waste management solutions. This role involves collaborating with clients and suppliers, ensuring compliance with environmental standards, and fostering best practices. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and passionate about sustainability, with a Level 4 WAMITAB qualification.

Benefits

Generous holiday package + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support including GP access and mental health counselling

Qualifications

• Experienced in brokerage waste services and leading teams.
• Passionate about sustainability.
• Customer-focused with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve waste services in collaboration with customers and suppliers.
• Support helpdesk operations and handle service escalations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and promote best practices.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Customer Focus

Sustainability

Education

Level 4 WAMITAB (or equivalent)

Job description

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:

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  Liaise with customers, suppliers, and procurement to manage and improve waste services




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  Support helpdesk operations and handle service escalations




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  Embed sustainable process changes and ensure statutory compliance




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  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:

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  Generous holiday package + bank holidays




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  Pension scheme




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  Full wellbeing support including GP access, mental health counselling, and more

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