Operations Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking an Operations Manager for their night shift in Westminster. The role involves overseeing waste collection and street cleaning operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with service agreements. Candidates should have management experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers competitive compensation plus benefits like a company car and bonus opportunities.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Company car or cash allowance

25 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Previous management experience within a similar role.
• Ability to build strong relationships with different stakeholders.
• Experience in the waste management sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day waste collection and street cleaning operations.
• Monitor performance against service level agreements.
• Manage staff scheduling, training, and personnel management.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Management experience

People management skills

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?



Operations Manager - Nights



Salary: Competitive plus bonus, company car/cash allowance and pension

Hours: 21:30 until 06:00

Location: Westminster



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you;

• Eligible for an annual performance bonus
  
• Option to choose from a company car or car allowance
  
• 25 days of annual leave
  
• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing;

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of waste collection and street cleaning services within a defined area.
  
• Monitor performance against service level agreements and take corrective action as necessary to ensure compliance.
  
• Manage staff resources, including scheduling, training, and personnel management.
  
• Ensure proper maintenance and deployment of equipment resources.
  
• Implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  
• Collaborate with other departments within the organization to coordinate waste disposal activities.
  
• Responsible for the environment, health and safety and all relevant risk assessments, along with all employee relation issues.
  

What we're looking for;

• Previous management experience within a similar role is required.
  
• Ability to build strong relationships and deal effectively with people at different levels.
  
• Strong people management skills to lead and support the team.
  
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
  
• Analytical and numerate with a good financial understanding.
  
• Report writing, communication and presentation skills.
  
• Experience in the waste management sector together with experience of managing within a unionised environment is desirable.
  

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.



We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.



We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.



If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.





Job Posting End Date:

23-07-2025

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.