Waste Lead Manager

VerseOne Group; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VerseOne Group is supporting the recruitment of a Waste Manager to lead the MSE Waste and Grounds service across Mid and South Essex hospitals. The role focuses on sustainable waste segregation, cost control, regulatory compliance, and NHS Net Zero alignment.

You will coordinate Estates and Facilities teams, monitor performance against national standards, plan service provision, and drive initiatives that improve patient wellbeing and staff development within a well-supported Trust environment.

Job description

We are looking for a Waste Manage to join our team and help drive forward positive action across our service.

The Waste Manager role across Mid and South Essex hospitals is integral to sustainability, cost savings, and regulatory compliance, focusing on efficient waste segregation, recycling, and minimising landfill contributions.

This management is coordinated primarily within the Estates and Facilities teams, overseeing waste portering, engaging staff in recycling initiatives, and driving sustainable practices supported by NHS Net Zero commitment

To assist with the current and future strategic planning/delivery of high quality MSE Waste and Grounds service with an efficient and cost effective approach that meets the need of all clients/stakeholders. The post holder will liaise with multi-disciplinary colleagues to ensure the continuity and development of the service.

This role will also include monitoring all waste & grounds services against national standards and performance, ensuring budget management against resource allocation, budget forecast and delivery of quality service within budget.

The post holder will also be responsible for planning and organising the MSE waste and grounds service provision, including the development of appropriate plans and strategies for responding to changes in service requirements, national standards and objectives, etc.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to lead using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.