Waste Operations Lead | Drive Efficiency & Impact

Veolia; Stafford; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Stafford is looking for an Operations Manager for Waste. You will lead a team, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, while managing budgets and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate has strong people management skills, is capable of motivating teams, and has experience with financial oversight. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a fully office-based environment.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Discounts on various retailers

Access to health support resources

24 hour virtual GP access

Paid volunteer leave

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing larger teams.
• Capability to lead, motivate and develop teams.
• Strong IT skills for interfacing with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead team with visible presence and mentor managers.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.
• Develop and maintain employee engagement.
• Manage and monitor budget performance.
• Drive operational excellence and maintain KPI adherence.
• Monitor service performance through reporting systems.

Skills

People management experience

Leadership and motivation skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Budget management and cost control

Education

IOSH/Nebosh

CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)

Tools

Power BI

Job description

A leading environmental services company in Stafford is looking for an Operations Manager for Waste. You will lead a team, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, while managing budgets and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate has strong people management skills, is capable of motivating teams, and has experience with financial oversight. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a fully office-based environment.