Senior Operations Manager - Environmental Health - Salford - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee Streetscene and Environmental Services in Salford. This role offers a competitive pay rate of £42.15 per hour with flexible working options. As a key leader, you will manage waste collection and street cleansing, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering teamwork. Ideal candidates will have strong operational management experience and excellent communication skills, making a positive community impact through essential services.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive pay

Professional growth opportunities

Networking opportunities

Meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations management, ideally within environmental health or waste management.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire frontline teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations of Streetscene and Environmental Services.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and implement operational plans to improve efficiency.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Location: Salford, UK
Pay Rate: £42.15 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing | Full-Time or Part-Time Options Available

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Operations Manager to join the Environmental Health team in Salford. This rewarding role offers a competitive hourly rate of £42.15, alongside flexible working options that allow you to choose between full-time and part-time hours.

As a locum Senior Operations Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role in delivering high-quality Streetscene and Environmental Services, including waste and recycling, street cleansing, and winter maintenance. This is your chance to lead large-scale operational services and make a lasting impact in the local community while developing your expertise in environmental management and operational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of Streetscene and Environmental Services, ensuring effective delivery across waste collection, recycling, street cleansing, and winter weather services.
• Manage the operational site, ensuring strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and implement operational plans to achieve service objectives and improve efficiency.
• Motivate and guide a large team of staff, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
• Monitor budgets, resources, and service performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
• Communicate confidently and effectively with internal stakeholders, external partners, and the public to maintain strong relationships and trust.
• Use data and performance insights to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Apply your leadership skills and operational expertise, whether from a waste services, logistics, or facilities management background.

About You

• Proven experience in operations management, ideally within environmental health, waste management, or related sectors.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate large frontline teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• A sound understanding of health and safety legislation, operational risk management, and service compliance.
• Strong problem-solving skills, resilience, and the capacity to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing budgets, staff, and service delivery performance metrics.

Why Join Us

• Flexible Working Options: Choose between full-time and part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Pay: Earn £42.15 per hour for your expertise and leadership contribution.
• Professional Growth: Gain invaluable experience managing high-profile operational services.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across the public sector.
• Meaningful Impact: Lead essential community services and make a tangible difference to residents’ quality of life.

About Salford

Located just minutes from the heart of Manchester, Salford is a vibrant and diverse city that beautifully combines urban innovation with rich heritage. Home to Salford Quays, MediaCityUK, and a thriving arts and cultural scene, the city offers outstanding amenities, great transport links, and a strong sense of community.

Living and working in Salford provides the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle appeal — where your work has purpose and your surroundings inspire you daily.

About Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is an award-winning, trusted recruitment agency with an Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews. We proudly supply more than 180 local authorities and partner organisations across the UK, connecting skilled professionals with meaningful roles that make a real difference in local communities.