Waste & Recycling Depot Operations Lead

LARAC; West Alvington, Ivybridge, Torr Quarry; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

LARAC in the South Hams area is seeking an exceptional Operations Manager to lead frontline waste and recycling operations at Ivybridge and Torr Quarry depots. You will provide visible leadership, ensure safe and efficient day-to-day service delivery, and identify long-term improvement opportunities across waste services.

Join a supportive local authority management team and help shape service improvements, drive operational excellence, and deliver real environmental benefits for residents and

Qualifications

• Experience managing frontline operational teams.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and hold teams accountable.
• Knowledge of waste management, logistics, transport, fleet, street scene or similar operational services.
• A sound understanding of health and safety management and operational compliance.
• Experience of managing employee relations issues and delivering organisational change.
• Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• As an Operations Manager, you'll provide visible leadership across the depot and wider service, ensuring operations run smoothly day-to-day while identifying opportunities for long-term improvement.
• Please see the attached role profile for a list of duties and responsibilities.

Skills

frontline operational teams

leadership

health & safety

employee relations

communication

driving licence

Job description

LARAC in the South Hams area is seeking an exceptional Operations Manager to lead frontline waste and recycling operations at Ivybridge and Torr Quarry depots. You will provide visible leadership, ensure safe and efficient day-to-day service delivery, and identify long-term improvement opportunities across waste services.

Join a supportive local authority management team and help shape service improvements, drive operational excellence, and deliver real environmental benefits for residents and