Transfer Station Supervisor (Day shift), Barking

Cory; Barking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cory's Barking Transfer Station is seeking a hands-on Transfer Station Supervisor to lead a dedicated team, ensure waste is received, processed, and moved safely, and keep the site compliant with environmental and safety rules.

You will oversee daily operations, coordinate maintenance, document activities, and communicate clearly with colleagues and external partners to deliver efficient and sustainable waste-to-energy outcomes for the London area.

Qualifications

• GCSE level or equivalent education is required.
• Supervisory experience is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to lead a team.
• Excellent communication with colleagues and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receipt and processing of waste.
• Manage operational staff and daily tasks.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental standards.
• Ensure maintenance and documentation are kept up-to-date.

Skills

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Verbal and written communication

Technical data interpretation

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

At Cory, we’re passionate about creating a cleaner, greener London by transforming waste into energy. Our state-of-the-art Barking Transfer Station - the largest in the UK - plays a vital role in this mission, operating 24/7 to keep waste moving efficiently along the River Thames to Riverside 2, our brand new Energy from Waste facility in Belvedere.

As a Transfer Station Supervisor, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely. You’ll lead a dedicated team, making sure that waste is processed correctly and that our site remains compliant with all environmental and safety regulations. Your work will directly impact the efficiency of our transfer operations and help us deliver on our sustainability goals.

Day-to-day, you’ll oversee the receipt and processing of waste, manage operational staff, and maintain strict health, safety, and environmental standards. You’ll also ensure that maintenance activities are carried out effectively, keep accurate documentation, and communicate clearly with internal teams and external partners. This is a hands‑on role where your leadership and organisational skills will make a real difference.

This is an exciting time to join us in a key role.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need to bring strong organisational skills and a proven ability to lead a team in a busy operational environment. Supervisory experience is essential, as you’ll be guiding staff through daily tasks and ensuring everything runs efficiently and safely.

You should have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as clear and confident interaction with colleagues and external partners is key. A working knowledge of current Environment Agency and Health & Safety Executive legislation will help you maintain compliance and uphold our high standards. The ability to interpret technical data accurately is also important, as it underpins many of the decisions you’ll make on site.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in delivering great customer service and can build positive relationships across the business. An interest in recycling and sustainability will help you connect with our mission, and a friendly, approachable attitude is essential for leading and motivating your team.

While formal education to GCSE level or equivalent is required, we value practical experience and a proactive mindset just as highly. If you’re organised, safety‑conscious, and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every single box.