Multi-Site Production Leader — Waste & Operations

HR GO Recruitment; Sherborne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday

NHS Top up

Company pension

On-site parking

Salary sacrifice

Weekday schedule

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is supporting a well-established organisation in the waste management sector seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee multi-site production operations near Yeovil. You will report to the Production Director and ensure safe, efficient and compliant performance across several depots.

You will manage 4 sites with a team of around 30, lead planning and scheduling, drive continuous improvement and ensure health, safety and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience in operations or production management, ideally within waste management, industrial services, or a similar process-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Solid technical understanding of production processes and site-based operations
• Knowledge of HSE and environmental compliance requirements
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH) are desirable but not essential

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operational activities across multiple sites
• Manage planning, resource allocation, and workflow scheduling
• Direct reports of 30 members including managers, supervisors, and operational teams
• Drive operational efficiency, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental regulations, and relevant industry standards
• Oversee maintenance planning and coordinate with external equipment and service providers
• Produce operational reports and work closely with internal departments

Skills

Team leadership

Operations management

Planning & scheduling

Communication

HSE compliance

MS Office 365

Problem solving

Education

IOSH

NEBOSH

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

HR GO Recruitment is supporting a well-established organisation in the waste management sector seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee multi-site production operations near Yeovil. You will report to the Production Director and ensure safe, efficient and compliant performance across several depots.

You will manage 4 sites with a team of around 30, lead planning and scheduling, drive continuous improvement and ensure health, safety and environmental compliance.