Interim Waste & Recycling Team Leader - On-site Ops

Minerva Recruitment; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Team Leader for Waste & Recycling to oversee operations in Great Dunmow. The successful candidate will lead staff and ensure compliance with safety regulations while delivering high-quality services. Strong operational knowledge, proven leadership experience, and a full UK driving license are essential. This full-time temporary role offers competitive rates and potential for contract extension, with starting date on 5 January 2026.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Opportunities for contract extension

Impactful leadership role

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of waste and recycling service requirements and legislation.
• Experience managing waste management operations.
• Experience leading or supervising operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational staff to deliver effective waste and recycling services.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Support service delivery and allocate resources effectively.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong verbal communication

Excellent organizational skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

Full UK driving license with Category B+E entitlement

IOSH qualification (or willingness to undertake training)

Competent IT skills (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Team Leader for Waste & Recycling to oversee operations in Great Dunmow. The successful candidate will lead staff and ensure compliance with safety regulations while delivering high-quality services. Strong operational knowledge, proven leadership experience, and a full UK driving license are essential. This full-time temporary role offers competitive rates and potential for contract extension, with starting date on 5 January 2026.