Site Manager: Safety-Driven Operations Leader (Recycling Plant)

Beauparc; Rothwell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resource recovery company in the UK seeks a Site Manager for Valley Farm Road. The role includes managing day-to-day operations of a processing facility, ensuring safety and compliance while driving operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in operational leadership, safety management, and a strong understanding of recycling operations. This position fosters continuous improvement and team development, with a focus on achieving sustainable performance targets.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operational leadership in a processing, recycling, or manufacturing facility.
• Strong track record in managing safety, compliance, and plant performance.
• Experience leading teams in high-risk environments.
• Strong understanding of waste/recycling operations and environmental regulation.
• Effective communicator with strong planning and decision-making ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a proactive safety-first culture across the site.
• Oversee all material processing and recovery.
• Recruit, induct, and develop site personnel.
• Control site operational budgets and costs.
• Support delivery of site and regional strategic plans.

Skills

Operational leadership

Safety management

People development

Financial management

Process efficiency

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Degree in Operations, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline

Tools

Power BI

CMMS

Job description

A leading resource recovery company in the UK seeks a Site Manager for Valley Farm Road. The role includes managing day-to-day operations of a processing facility, ensuring safety and compliance while driving operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in operational leadership, safety management, and a strong understanding of recycling operations. This position fosters continuous improvement and team development, with a focus on achieving sustainable performance targets.