Waste Enforcement Operations Manager

birmingham.gov.uk; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

West Midlands Pension Fund membership

Enhanced holiday entitlement

My Rewards scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Birmingham City Council’s Waste Enforcement Unit, a key part of the Council’s Environmental Health service, is seeking two accomplished and forward‑thinking leaders to drive the continued development and high‑performing delivery of the Waste Enforcement Unit.

As a senior leader you will provide operational leadership for the Waste Enforcement Team, oversee Team Leaders and the wider unit, and shape the long‑term vision to ensure effective, efficient and compliant day‑to‑day operations.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of leading and developing teams within a regulatory or enforcement setting.
• Expert understanding of environmental enforcement legislation and evidence-based decision making.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for the Waste Enforcement Team and oversee Team Leaders and the wider unit.
• Shape the long‑term vision to ensure effective, efficient and compliant day‑to‑day operations.
• Embed an outcome‑based performance culture to achieve measurable improvements.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory enforcement knowledge

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Operations Manager (Waste Enforcement)

Permanent | Grade 6 £56,293-£66,950 | Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review | Working 36.5 hours per week

Birmingham City Council’s Waste Enforcement Unit, a key part of the Council’s Environmental Health service, is seeking two accomplished and forward‑thinking leaders to drive the continued development and high‑performing delivery of the Waste Enforcement Unit. As one of the UK’s largest and most diverse local authorities, Birmingham offers an exciting and challenging environment for senior professionals committed to strengthening environmental standards across the city.

What you will be doing

We are looking for experienced and resilient leaders who can provide operational leadership for the Waste Enforcement Team. Successful candidates will oversee Waste Enforcement Team Leaders and the wider unit, shaping the long‑term vision of the service ensuring effective, efficient and compliant day‑to‑day operations. A central part of each role will be establishing and embedding an outcome‑based performance culture, ensuring that resources are targeted, monitored and evaluated to achieve measurable improvements.

What you’ll need to demonstrate

• A strong track record of leading and developing teams within a regulatory or enforcement setting.
• Expert understanding of environmental enforcement legislation and the ability to make sound, evidence-based decisions when managing complex or sensitive situations.
• Exceptional communication, organisational and leadership skills
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Birmingham City Council is committed to supporting continuous professional growth and provides an excellent platform to shape and enhance a prominent public‑facing service. These roles offer the opportunity to influence policy, strengthen operational practice and lead service innovations that deliver meaningful outcomes for the city.

We are keen to hear from individuals who can bring insight, strong leadership and a passion for delivering an outstanding Waste Enforcement service. Interviews for these posts will take place in person, and shortlisted candidates will receive further information.

What we offer in return

• Membership of West Midlands Pension Fund – with generous employer contributions
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 30 days, increasing with length of service
• My Rewards Scheme – access to over 800 brands providing discounts and savings
• Health and wellbeing support – independent and confidential employee assistance and counselling

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.