Operations Manager

Windsor Waste Management Ltd; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Brentwood is seeking an Operations Manager. This role involves overseeing transport operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing budgetary aspects while maximizing service efficiency and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a CPC qualification, experience in a fast-paced transport environment, and strong planning skills. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including car allowance and pension.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Car allowance / company car

Pension

Free on-site parking

Employee of the Month

Active company social programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced transport department, ideally in the waste industry.
• Ability to manage drivers operating away from the base.
• Focus on team development according to the company's PRDP processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transport and hazardous waste operations in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure efficient service while maintaining budget and supplier relations.
• Manage daily transport operations and maximise vehicle utilisation.

Skills

Fast-paced transport department experience

Excellent planning and communication skills

Strong IT skills

Knowledge of driver's hours and working time regulations

Education

CPC Qualification

LGV C+E & ADR Licence

Job description

Job Title: Operations Manager

Location: Brentwood, Essex, Office based

Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum including the benefits below, depending on experience

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Who are Windsor Waste Management?

Windsor Waste Management is a market leader in the asbestos disposal and hazardous waste management industry. With our expertise, we work with the construction, demolition and related industries across the UK providing storage, collection and disposal solutions for asbestos, hazardous, construction and demolition wastes.

Key to our success are professional and customer‑oriented employees who take pride in the service they offer to our customers and enjoy being part of a committed team.

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Operations Manager to join our team. This role includes Transport, Vehicle & Driver Management, Budgetary Management, Regulatory Compliance as well as QHSE Management relating to a busy operations department and remote locations.

As part of the team you will:

• Oversee the effective operation of the transport, hazardous waste facilities and remote locations in line with legislation and regulation.
• Ensure that a cost effective (within budget) and efficient service is provided to ensure maximum profit and customer satisfaction including maintaining and reviewing relationships with suppliers.
• Management and execution of the day‑to‑day plan within the transport operation, working closely with other departments to ensure vehicle utilisation is maximised at all times and service levels are adhered to.
• Ensure we are providing services within customers SLA's and exceeding overall customer expectations.
• Ensure that the company's QHSE provision is in line with legislation and regulation. Maintain company accreditations.
• Manage the review, update, and implementation of all group, operational and transport policies / procedures, risk assessments, safe operating working practices and guidance documents.

About you

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience of working in a fast‑paced transport department, including CPC Qualification, potentially COTC and ideally within the waste industry.
• Up to date knowledge of driver's hours and working time regulations.
• Experience of managing people including drivers who operate away from our base for a period of time.
• Managing a diverse range of roles and skill sets with a focus on developing the team for their personal and company development and in line with the company PRDP processes.
• Excellent planning and communication skills will be required to enable a strong focus on continuous improvement in people and processes.
• Strong IT skills
• LGV C+E & ADR Licence Holder desirable

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Car allowance / company car
• Pension
• Free on‑site parking
• Employee of the Month
• Active company social programme

Please Note: NO AGENCIES

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Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles such as Site Manager, Transport Operations Manager, General Manager, Waste Operations Manager, Recycling Centre Operations Supervisor, Ops Manager, Environmental Site Manager may also be considered.