Waste Manager

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company seeks a Waste Manager for a high-profile contract in London. The role entails overseeing daily operations, leading a dynamic team, and driving sustainability initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have proven leadership experience in waste or environmental management and be passionate about delivering excellent service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading operational teams in facilities or waste management.
• Experience in high-footfall environments, ideally in public or tourist-facing spaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the team to exceed service expectations.
• Monitor budgets and resource allocation for efficiency.
• Collaborate with HSE teams for safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Data-Driven Mindset

Conflict Resolution

Budget Management

Sustainability

Job description

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Salary: 50k per annum plus benefits including pension and hybrid working

Job Status: Permanent/ Full Time

Location: London

Vacancy Reference: VR/05322

Role Description:

Our client - one of the UK’s largest independent facilities management companies is looking for a Waste Manager to join their growing regional team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a prestigious, high-profile contract in one of the busiest and most iconic areas of the capital.

As the Waste Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day operations of a dynamic waste and environmental services contract. You will lead from the front, ensuring high standards, driving sustainability initiatives, engaging clients, and managing a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate your team to exceed service expectations and contract KPIs
• Oversee all Waste & Environmental KPIs and SLAs, ensuring compliance and performance
• Collaborate with HSE teams to maintain a culture of safety and regulatory compliance
• Build strong, solution-focused relationships with clients through regular communication and joint inspections
• Deliver training, inductions, and toolbox talks to ensure team competence and engagement
• Monitor budgets and resource allocation to maintain efficiency and cost control
• Provide regular reports and insights to stakeholders, recommending strategic improvements
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and proactive client engagement

What They Are Looking For:

• Proven experience leading operational teams in facilities, waste, or environmental management
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships
• Confident presenter with solid IT skills and a data-driven mindset
• Experience working in high-footfall environments, ideally within public or tourist-facing spaces
• Financially savvy, with experience managing budgets and supplier relationships
• Calm and capable under pressure, with strong conflict resolution and people management skills
• Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and delivering top-tier service.