Operations Manager

FCC Environment; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee HWRC operations and manage compliance with relevant legislation. You will lead teams, drive productivity, and ensure high standards of service. The ideal candidate will have a COTC in Waste Management, experience in team leadership, and a strong understanding of health and safety legislation. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

On-the-job training and progression

Flexible benefits program

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience managing and supervising multiple sites and a fleet.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Waste legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead HWRC and Transport teams to ensure operational safety.
• Manage budgets and drive productivity.
• Oversee compliance with waste management licenses, planning permissions.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

People skills

Numeracy skills

IT skills

Education

COTC (or equivalent) in Waste Management

CPC Transport Manager

ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management (or equivalent)

Job description

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Operations Manager

Salary – £40,662 - £50,828 per annum (plus benefits)
Hours – 40 hours per week
Location & Postcode – Wilmington, HU8 8AU

As an Operations Manager at FCC Environment, you will lead the HWRC teams and work closely with all departments to ensure that site and company objectives are met. You will be responsible for the safe and legal operation of HWRCs and the fleet, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and contractual requirements.

This vacancy is for a full-time position, working five days per week.

Our promise to you

• Competitive salary
• 25 days’ annual leave (full-time working) plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, and many more
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Lead the HWRC and Transport teams to achieve high standards of customer service and operational safety
• Manage budgets, drive productivity, and ensure effective use of resources
• Oversee compliance with waste management licences, planning permissions, and company policies
• Prepare and review risk assessments, operational procedures, and reports
• Investigate customer complaints and implement improvements
• Ensure all vehicle and fleet operations comply with legal and company requirements
• Manage staff rotas, inductions, training, and employee relations
• Coordinate transport requirements to ensure recycling and waste containers are always available
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all paperwork is completed properly

What are we looking for?

• COTC (or equivalent) in Waste Management
• CPC Transport Manager
• ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience managing and/or supervising multiple sites and a fleet of vehicles
• A good understanding of Health & Safety and Waste legislation
• Strong leadership, communication, and people skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and add value to decision-making
• Strong numeracy and IT skills
• Enthusiastic, flexible, and a team player
• Waste management experience (desirable)

About us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

Operating over 200 facilities across the UK, and employing around 4,200 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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