Site Supervisor – Inert & Closed Landfill Operations

FCC Environment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

On-the-job training and progression

Recognition scheme

Refer a friend

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme and Best

Job summary

FCC Environment is seeking an Inert and Closed Site Supervisor to ensure safe, compliant operation of inert and closed landfill sites across locations. You will oversee contractors, conduct routine inspections, and support restoration projects while Travels between sites is an essential requirement and a company vehicle with fuel card will be provided.

The role requires flexibility, a full UK driving licence, and willingness to cover at other sites during leave or staff absences.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in the waste industry is desirable.
• Knowledge of environmental issues such as landfill gas, leachate and surface water management.
• Experience supervising contractors and managing site activities.
• Basic understanding of Health and Safety legislation.
• Good IT skills, including email, Word and smartphones.
• Able to work independently and follow lone working procedures.
• Flexible approach to working hours and location to support operational requirements.
• Willingness to work outdoors throughout the year.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Full, clean UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring sites are operated safely and in compliance with company procedures, environmental permits and statutory requirements.
• Supervising inert and closed landfill sites and supporting restoration projects.
• Managing contractor activities and ensuring all work is carried out in line with FCC procedures.
• Conducting daily, weekly and monthly site inspections and compliance checks.
• Monitoring landfill gas, leachate systems and environmental performance across sites.
• Booking and processing soil imports through electronic weighbridge systems.
• Carrying out site inductions for contractors, visitors and temporary workers.
• Liaising with customers, contractors, regulators and other stakeholders to ensure operational requirements are met.
• Supporting the maintenance of site infrastructure, plant and equipment.
• Accompanying visitors and regulatory bodies during site visits and inspections.

Skills

Waste industry supervision

Environmental issues

Contractor management

Health and safety

IT literacy

Lone working

Flexible hours

Outdoor work

Problem-solving

UK driving licence

Job description

FCC Environment is seeking an Inert and Closed Site Supervisor to ensure safe, compliant operation of inert and closed landfill sites across locations. You will oversee contractors, conduct routine inspections, and support restoration projects while Travels between sites is an essential requirement and a company vehicle with fuel card will be provided.

The role requires flexibility, a full UK driving licence, and willingness to cover at other sites during leave or staff absences.