Transfer Station Manager

White Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

Employee discount platform

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and stable working env

Astley location

Job summary

White Recruitment is seeking an experienced Transfer Station Manager to lead daily operations at a hazardous waste processing facility in Astley. You will oversee receipt, storage, processing and dispatch of waste materials, ensuring permits and safety standards are met.

The role requires WAMITAB/CIWM qualification and proven supervisory experience in a regulated environment; a UK driving licence is essential. The package includes a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• WAMITAB / CIWM qualification – ESSENTIAL (candidates without this will not be considered)
• Previous supervisory or management experience within a regulated environment
• Background in hazardous waste, waste oil, recycling, chemical processing, or similar
• Strong knowledge of environmental and waste compliance regulations
• Full UK Driving Licence
• NEBOSH or IOSH (Desirable)

Responsibilities

• Managing daily site operations, including receipt, storage, processing, and dispatch of waste materials
• Ensuring full compliance with environmental permits and hazardous waste regulations
• Overseeing plant, equipment, and site infrastructure to maintain performance and reliability
• Monitoring stock levels, site throughput, and waste streams
• Leading, motivating, and developing site staff
• Driving high standards of health & safety, including audits, risk assessments, and procedures
• Coordinating maintenance activities and managing contractors on site
• Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and compliance reporting

Skills

Supervisory experience

Hazardous waste background

Environmental compliance knowledge

UK Driving Licence

Leadership

Education

WAMITAB / CIWM qualification

Degree-level education advantageous

Job description

Salary: GBP38000 - GBP50000 per annum

Transfer Station Manager – Hazardous Waste / Processing Facility
Location:Astley
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Transfer Station Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy waste processing and transfer facility. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone with a strong background in hazardous waste, recycling, or industrial plant environments.

You will be responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient site operations, while leading and developing a small team.

What’s on Offer

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Healthcare cashback plan

• Employee discount platform

• Life assurance

• Cycle to work scheme

• Ongoing training and development

• Supportive and stable working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Managing daily site operations, including receipt, storage, processing, and dispatch of waste materials

• Ensuring full compliance with environmental permits and hazardous waste regulations

• Overseeing plant, equipment, and site infrastructure to maintain performance and reliability

• Monitoring stock levels, site throughput, and waste streams

• Leading, motivating, and developing site staff

• Driving high standards of health & safety, including audits, risk assessments, and procedures

• Coordinating maintenance activities and managing contractors on site

• Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and compliance reporting

Requirements

• WAMITAB / CIWM qualification – ESSENTIAL (candidates without this will not be considered)

• Previous supervisory or management experience within a regulated environment

• Background in hazardous waste, waste oil, recycling, chemical processing, or similar

• Strong knowledge of environmental and waste compliance regulations

• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• NEBOSH or IOSH

• Experience working with industrial plant or liquid processing systems

• Forklift licence

• Degree-level education (Chemistry or similar advantageous)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation operating within the environmental and sustainability sector, where you can make a real impact while progressing your career.