Operations Manager

Veolia | UK; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Company car or car cash allowance

25 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Paid volunteer day

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading waste management company in South Yorkshire is seeking an Operations Manager (Commercial Waste) to oversee daily operations and ensure safety compliance. The role includes managing personnel, maximizing site capacity, and reporting on waste management activities. Ideal candidates will have a Transport CPC qualification and leadership experience, with a commitment to ecological transformation. The position offers competitive pay, annual performance bonuses, and various benefits, including options for a company car.

Qualifications

• Transport CPC qualification is essential.
• Level 3 Leadership or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in waste management necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage operatives and staff for day-to-day operations.
• Ensure compliance and customer service standards.
• Prepare reports on waste generation and disposal activities.
• Manage operations against Veolia minimum requirements and utilise assets efficiently.
• Identify efficiencies to maximise revenue and profit and drive ecological transformation.
• Prepare and present reports on waste generation, handling and disposal to key stakeholders.
• Monitor waste data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Skills

Transport CPC

Leadership skills

Previous waste management experience

Education

Level 3 Leadership or equivalent

Job description

Operations Manager (Commercial Waste) – Veolia

Salary: Competitive plus performance bonus, company car/car cash allowance, pension and many other Veolia benefits.

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Location: Doncaster

Overview

Direct message the job poster from Veolia | UK

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. We are looking for someone who is just as committed 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 you’ll be doing

• Responsible for day-to-day management of operatives, staff and site-based support to ensure site capability/capacity is maximised.
• Deliver strong operational and financial performance whilst maintaining high levels of safety, compliance, customer service and team engagement.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of all employees and those affected by our operations.
• Manage operations against Veolia Minimum Requirements.
• Manage people & assets to deliver efficient & profitable service & ensure the most efficient disposal and recycling solutions are utilised.
• Identify & drive efficiencies to maximise revenue & profit.
• Challenge existing practice and seek value-for-money alternatives to deliver long-term sustainable economic benefits.
• Aim to meet waste reduction and recycling targets by ensuring processes and ways of working are followed.
• Identify and implement initiatives to improve business performance and ecological transformation.
• Prepare and present accurate reports on waste generation, handling, and disposal activities to key stakeholders and management.
• Monitor and analyse waste data to identify trends, benchmarks, and areas for improvement.

What we’re looking for

Essential:

• Transport CPC
• Level 3 Leadership or equivalent experience
• Previous waste management experience

What we offer

• Eligible for an annual performance bonus
• 25 days of annual leave
• Choice of company car or car cash allowance
• Access to our company pension scheme
• One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to reach your full potential

Additional information

We’re proud to be recognised by The Sunday Times as a Best Place to Work for multiple years and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer adjustments where reasonable and appropriate for applicants. We are a Disability Confident Employer and 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. We strive for fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds. Any offer may be subject to standardised terms and conditions.

Job Posting End Date: 21-01-2026