Site Manager - Waste Management & Recycling Operations

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking a NEBOSH-qualified Site Manager to oversee a small operation in Bilston. This hands-on position requires strong leadership to manage staff and maintain high operational performance while adhering to safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Qualified.
• Proven man-management and leadership skills.
• Hands-on experience in waste management or recycling operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the waste recycling yard.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ISO standards.
• Develop and lead the team to achieve processing and output targets.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety

Operational Efficiency

Education

NEBOSH Qualification

Tools

Mobile Plant Tickets

Job description

Job Description

Site Manager - Waste Management & Recycling

Location: Bilston, West Midlands

Salary: £50,000 plus pension

Role Overview:

We are seeking a NEBOSH-qualified Site Manager to lead a small waste management and recycling operation. You will oversee the processing of recyclable materials, ensuring KPIs, safety, ISO standards, environmental regulations, and company policies are met. This hands-on role requires strong leadership to manage staffing levels, maintain high performance, and drive operational efficiency for a growing company. You must have a strong health and safety background.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage daily operations of the waste recycling yard.
2. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ISO standards.
3. Develop and lead the team to achieve processing and output targets.
4. Maintain high performance and control staffing levels.

Essential Requirements:

• NEBOSH Qualified
• Proven man-management and leadership skills
• Hands-on experience in waste management or recycling operations

Desirable Qualifications:

• WAMITAB/COTC Level 4 qualification (preferably Hazardous & Non-Hazardous Treatment, but all considered)
• Mobile plant tickets (e.g., 360 Grab/Excavator, Loading Shovel, Telehandler)

Previous Roles May Include:

MRF Manager, MBT Supervisor, Waste Manager, Transfer Station Manager, WEEE Site Operations Manager, Waste Operations Supervisor, Transfer Station Supervisor, Production Manager, Scrap Metal Yard Foreman, Skip Hire Yard Manager, Metal Recycling Operations Manager, Clinical Waste Plant Manager, or Confidential Waste Depot Manager.