Operations Manager- Water Recycling Operations Logistics

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; Basildon; On-site; GBP 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health care

Generous pension scheme

26 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Family-friendly policies

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Anglian Water Group Ltd. is seeking a Water Recycling Operations Manager to oversee and optimize sludge transportation from treatment plants.

The ideal candidate will manage operations, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and safety protocols. Responsibilities include planning tanker operations and leading a team dedicated to high performance. The position is based in Basildon with a full-time commitment of 37 hours weekly.

The role offers a competitive salary of circa £51,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in UK road transport operations.
• Experience in tanker operations or sewer jetting operations.
• Leadership experience with a proven ability to challenge performance.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate safe and efficient transportation of sludge.
• Plan and schedule tanker operations for compliance.
• Track performance reports for senior management.

Skills

Transport Managers CPC

Transport operations management

Leadership

Proficient in MS Word and MS Excel

Education

Health & safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Position Details

Water Recycling Operations Manager (Logistics)

Salary: Circa £51,000 depending on skills and experience, with a car allowance.

Location: South‑East, based at Basildon. Permanent full‑time – 37 hours per week.

Benefits

• Private health care and Virtual GP service for you and your household.
• Generous pension scheme – double‑match up to 6% (total 18%).
• 26 days annual leave (rises with length of service).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Family‑friendly policies – 26 weeks full pay for maternity and adoption leave.
• Bonus scheme.

Key Responsibilities

• Orchestrate safe and efficient transportation of sludge from wastewater treatment plants to designated disposal, recycling, or treatment facilities.
• Plan and schedule tanker operations, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Track vehicle and driver performance, generate performance reports for senior management.
• Maintain operator licences and oversee training and development of the operational team.
• Ensure operations meet drinking water and environmental protection standards.
• Lead a culture of safety, conduct active management and track observations through the management app.
• Collaborate across business units and the wider organisation to achieve compliance and business goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Transport Managers CPC – UK Road Haulage Operations (National) qualification.
• Significant experience in UK road transport operations with a senior scheduling/controlling role.
• Experience in tanker operations, sewage sludge and/or biosolids collection and haulage, and/or sewer jetting operations.
• Proficient IT skills: MS Word and MS Excel.
• Health & safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Leadership experience with a proven ability to challenge performance and initiate improvements.

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