Materials Recovery Facility Manager, Smugglers Way

Cory Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in the UK seeks an experienced Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Manager to oversee daily operations at Smugglers Way. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing waste processing in line with regulations and company procedures, ensuring health and safety compliance, and maintaining budgetary control. Strong management skills, budget awareness, and IOSH qualification are essential. The position also requires effective communication and team collaboration to maintain operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• ESSENTIAL: IOSH Managing Safely Qualified.
• PREFERRED: Experience in MRF operations or material sorting.
• ESSENTIAL: Budget and financial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage the process of received waste in accordance with legal and company procedures.
• Manage MRF personnel and understand core procedures and legislation.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Manage contracts and allocate resources.
• Work with Senior Manager to maintain budgets.

Skills

Management skills

Budget and financial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

IOSH Managing Safely Qualification

Management qualification

Certificate of Technical Competence

Tools

Forklifts

Loading shovels

Job description

Cory is one of the UK’s leading waste management and recycling companies.

We operate the Transfer Station at Smugglers Way in addition to its existing Transfer Stations operated on behalf of the Western Riverside Waste Authority (Cringle Dock), City of London (Walbrook Wharf), Tower Hamlets (Northumberland Wharf) and Barking.

We are currently recruiting for a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Manager to add to the team at Smugglers Way. This is a key role which Cory operates the Transfer Station at Smugglers Way in addition to its existing Transfer Stations operated on behalf of the Western Riverside Waste Authority (Cringle Dock), City of London (Walbrook Wharf), Tower Hamlets (Northumberland Wharf) and Barking.

Key elements of the role:

The successful candidate will:

• Manage the process of received waste in accordance with legal and company procedures while maintaining compliance with our permit
• Manage MRF personnel, including understanding core personnel procedures and employment legislation
• Manage production, including ensuring that all Health and Safety regulations are met
• Manage contracts and allocating resources to operations and tasks
• Manage the MRF finance and work with the Senior Manager to maintain budgets
• Retain existing business
• Perform other reasonable activities and duties under the direction of the Senior Manager

The individual we are looking for will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• IOSH Managing Safely Qualified essential, Management qualification and Certificate of Technical Competence desirable.
• Preferred experience of MRF operations or material sorting
• Budget and financial awareness essential
• Physically fit for the role which will include supervising and supporting manual work.
• A good team player, an ability to work on own initiative, computer skills and attention to detail are also essential
• Excellent communication skills to build and maintain relationships at all levels

• Proficiency in operating plant e.g. forklifts, loading shovels, or a willingness to undergo training as required
• Prepared to work additional hours, including weekends, if required