On‑Site Operations Lead: Waste Processing & Safety

Beauparc; Ancaster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda is seeking a proactive Site Manager for Barkston to lead a 24/6 waste processing operation. You will own safety, compliance, plant performance, and people leadership on site, delivering efficient operations with a strong safety culture.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage budgets and KPI performance, and ensure regulatory compliance while representing Barkston in regional reviews.

Qualifications

• WAMITAB/COTC qualification current or near renewal.
• IOSH training as a minimum.
• Strong understanding of waste regulation and permit compliance.
• Experience leading teams in high‑risk operational environments.
• Hands‑on leadership with mechanical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop site personnel across multi‑shift operation.
• Ensure safety, compliance and permit adherence; audit readiness on site.
• Oversee material processing, plant availability and throughput.
• Coordinate maintenance with engineering teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Engage with regulators and external partners; represent Barkston regionally.

Skills

WAMITAB/COTC qualification

IOSH training

Waste regulation knowledge

People leadership

Mechanical awareness

Process & plant operations

Decision making

Education

WAMITAB/COTC qualification

Tools

MOBILe plant operations

Job description

Panda is seeking a proactive Site Manager for Barkston to lead a 24/6 waste processing operation. You will own safety, compliance, plant performance, and people leadership on site, delivering efficient operations with a strong safety culture.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage budgets and KPI performance, and ensure regulatory compliance while representing Barkston in regional reviews.