Site Supervisor - Summers Lane Recycling Centre

LondonEnergy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management company is seeking a Site Supervisor for their Recycling team in North Finchley. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, managing a dedicated team, and overseeing site operations. The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills and is flexible in working at different sites. Benefits include private medical insurance, a pension scheme, and an annual leave package.

Benefits

Private Medical & Life Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Annual Leave Package

Employee Recognition Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Waste Operations/Recycling is desirable.
• Current driving license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, efficient and compliant operation of the RRC.
• Lead and manage a dedicated team effectively.
• Conduct site inspections and report findings.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Flexible working

Microsoft (Word and Excel)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Site Supervisor – Summers Lane

Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £34,839.94 + a shift allowance of 7.5%

Location: Summers Lane, North Finchley

About LondonEnergy:

LondonEnergy operates the second largest waste contract in the UK, handling and processing nearly 750,000 tonnes of London’s waste every year. We have a dedicated team of people working across our North London sites, making a positive difference to the environment and the local community. By processing household waste at our facility, we produce enough waste from energy to power 80,000 homes every year and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres.

About the role:

As a Site Supervisor of our Summers Lane Recycling team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant operation of the Reuse & Recycling Centre (RRC) at all times. You will also be responsible for leading and managing a dedicated team, ensuring they are well-supported, motivated, and working to the highest standards. Additionally, you will be expected to step in and provide support as needed, as well as stand in for the Area RRC Supervisors and Contracts Manager when required.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Compliance

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure RRC operations comply with Waste Management Permits, regulations, and Company procedures. Conduct site inspections, report findings, and maintain staff and public safety. Assist with Health and Safety updates and Environmental Agency requirements, including Waste Tonnage returns.
• Business & People Management: Support efficient site operations, manage expenditure, and meet contractual requirements. Oversee vehicle and plant operations, propose improvements, and complete reports on time. Lead and motivate staff, manage training, resolve issues, and supervise sub-contractors. Liaise with external stakeholders as needed.

Business Operations & Efficiency

• Assist in managing and controlling site expenditure, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all vehicles and mobile plant on site.
• Organise and utilise vehicles and plant efficiently, ensuring cost-effective operation. Maintain all company electronic systems, including the Gatehouse system, and ensure regular maintenance of static and mobile plant as per manufacturer guidelines and company procedures, including monitoring inspections and defect reports.

People Management

• Staffing & Training: Ensure appropriate staffing levels, maintain safe and effective practices, and identify training needs. Resolve employee relations issues, provide motivation, and supervise sub-contractor activities.
• Compliance & Liaison: Ensure all employees and visitors comply with Company policies and procedures. Deal courteously with the public and liaise with landlords, tenants, and external bodies as required.

• Previous experience of working in a Waste Operations / Recycling environment is desirable but not essential
• Strong interpersonal skills particularly in dealing with the public
• Flexible in relation to working at different RRC sites as necessary and in accordance with the required working hours and rota.
• Current driving licence is desirable
• Be a competent user of Microsoft (Word and Excel)

• Private Medical & Life Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Annual Leave Package
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• + Many more benefits

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.