Waste Recycling Centre Team Lead — Sustainability Focus

Staffordshire County Council; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffordshire County Council in the Midlands is recruiting a Team Leader for our Waste Management and Recycling service. You will inspire the site team, oversee operations at HWRC sites, and ensure high standards of safety and customer service.

This role requires hands-on leadership, flexibility to work across sites (including weekends/bank holidays), and a strong commitment to regulatory compliance. Join us to drive a greener future for communities across Staffordshire.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste management and recycling operations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Commitment to health, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Customer-focused approach and effective communication.
• Ability to apply site rules and work flexibly across sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate the HWRC safely and compliantly.
• Lead and manage the site team with inductions, absences and task allocation.
• Oversee site operations and capacity, coordinating with contractors.
• Promote safety, compliance, and site rules among staff and visitors.
• Maintain records and reporting, including site logs and waste notes.
• Maintain site standards and work across sites, including weekends.

Skills

Waste management

Site operations

Team leadership

Health & safety

Customer service

Policy compliance

Flexibility

Job description

Staffordshire County Council in the Midlands is recruiting a Team Leader for our Waste Management and Recycling service. You will inspire the site team, oversee operations at HWRC sites, and ensure high standards of safety and customer service.

This role requires hands-on leadership, flexibility to work across sites (including weekends/bank holidays), and a strong commitment to regulatory compliance. Join us to drive a greener future for communities across Staffordshire.