Head of Waste Management

Isle of Man Government; Douglas; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary increases annually

Generous annual leave, Privilege Day &

10 Bank Holidays

Flexi-time scheme

Public Service pension options

Learning, Education and Development

Gym/pools discounts

Welfare support services

Unpaid career break after 3 years

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Isle of Man Government is seeking a Head of Waste Management to shape the strategic direction of waste services across the Isle of Man and to lead a high-performing team delivering sustainable, compliant operations.

The role oversees the Energy from Waste Plant, Animal Waste Processing, Civic Amenity Sites and landfill operations, driving long-term ambitions with senior leadership within the Department of Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of waste services strategy across the Isle of Man.
• Oversee significant budgets and contracts for waste operations.
• Collaborate with government departments, local authorities and industry partners to deliver strategic objectives.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team committed to continuous improvement and excellent service delivery.

Job description

About the role

Could you lead the development of waste services that will support the Isle of Man for years to come?

Take the lead on one of the Island's most important environmental and infrastructure services. As Head of Waste Management, you'll shape the strategic direction of waste services across the Isle of Man, ensuring the delivery of efficient, sustainable and compliant operations while driving forward the Island's long-term waste management ambitions. You'll provide leadership across a diverse portfolio that includes the Energy from Waste Plant, Animal Waste Processing Plant, Civic Amenity Sites and landfill operations, helping to ensure essential services continue to meet the needs of residents, businesses and communities across the Island.

Working at a senior level within the Department of Infrastructure, you'll influence policy, lead major projects and collaborate with government departments, local authorities, industry partners and elected members to deliver strategic objectives. From overseeing significant budgets and contracts to developing the Island's Waste Management Strategy and supporting environmental and climate change priorities, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while leading and developing a high-performing team committed to continuous improvement and excellent service delivery.

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
• A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take time off in line with the relevant flexi-time scheme.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees' wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

A basic police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at [e-mail].

Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at [e-mail].