Site Operations Leader — Recycling & Processing

Aspion Search; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £45,000-£52,000

Overtime £25.00 per hour

Permanent, full-time

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Aspion Search is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a busy recycling and processing site. This hands-on leadership role oversees wash plant operations, crushing, screening, loading, stockpiling and yard management.

You will lead a team of Supervisors, Operators and Site Operatives, ensure safety and compliance, hit production targets, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Site Manager, Operations Manager or Quarry Manager role.
• Strong leadership experience managing large operational teams.
• Experience within recycling, aggregates, quarrying, waste management or heavy industrial environments.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and environmental compliance.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to motivate teams and drive performance.
• A proactive, hands-on management style with the focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the daily running of the site, including yard operations, wash plant, crushing, screening and loading activities.
• Plan and coordinate daily workloads to maximise productivity and operational efficiency.
• Manage site layout, traffic flow, stockpiling and loading operations to ensure safe and efficient movement of materials.
• Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining high operational standards.
• Work closely with the Wash Plant Manager to ensure production aligns with site priorities.
• Coordinate wash plant output with crushing, screening, loading and stock management activities.
• Minimise downtime and eliminate operational bottlenecks through effective planning and communication.
• Lead, motivate and manage Supervisors, Operators and Site Operatives.
• Allocate labour and plant resources efficiently across the site.
• Ensure all employees receive appropriate training, inductions and ongoing development.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage performance issues where required.
• Take overall responsibility for Health & Safety across the site.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, RAMS, environmental permits and all relevant legislation.
• Deliver toolbox talks, site inspections and safety briefings.
• Ensure PPE compliance for employees, contractors and visitors.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Oversee the availability, utilisation and condition of all plant and machinery.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are completed.
• Work alongside maintenance teams to minimise downtime.
• Ensure equipment defects are reported and resolved promptly.
• Ensure processed materials meet required quality and grading standards.
• Monitor production rates and operational performance.
• Carry out regular inspections of stockpiles and finished products.
• Resolve quality concerns through operational improvements or maintenance activities.
• Produce regular reports on production, site performance and operational improvements.
• Lead weekly operational meetings covering safety, production and maintenance.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and increase productivity.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across all site operations.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Bulk material processing

Health & Safety knowledge

Planning & organising

Job description

Aspion Search is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a busy recycling and processing site. This hands-on leadership role oversees wash plant operations, crushing, screening, loading, stockpiling and yard management.

You will lead a team of Supervisors, Operators and Site Operatives, ensure safety and compliance, hit production targets, and drive continuous improvement.