Waste Services Supervisor

Erewash Borough Council; Hallam Fields; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days annual leave

Free workplace car parking

Training & development

Flexible working

LGPS pension

Salary sacrifice scheme

Discounted leisure membership

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Erewash Borough Council is seeking an experienced Waste Services Supervisor to lead the waste collection team and oversee the day-to-day operations, liaising on disposal matters across the council.

You will develop the team, drive safety, meet targets and contribute to service improvements, while benefiting from a generous leave entitlement, parking, training and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Experience in frontline waste services supervision.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational targets and statutory requirements are met.
• Champion health and safety culture and maintain management systems.
• Manage waste collection team day-to-day and ensure trained, equipped crews.
• Collaborate with fleet services to ensure vehicle availability and compliance.

Job description

Erewash Borough Council is seeking an experienced individual to help deliver our essential in-house waste and recycling services, including waste & kerbside collections. Reporting to the Waste Services Manager, the Waste Services Supervisor will take responsibility for the effective day-to-day operation of this high-profile frontline service, from overseeing operational processes to liaising on waste disposal matters. The Difference You Will Make: This is an opportunity to combine your operational expertise, leadership skills and strong communication abilities to make a visible difference across the borough. You will lead, motivate and develop the waste collection team, working to provide a reliable, responsive and high-quality service. In partnership with the Waste Services Manager, operational teams and colleagues across the council, you will influence future service improvements, support sustainable waste practices and help ensure that the council continues to meet its legal duties. Your Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure operational targets, service objectives and statutory requirements are met.
• Champion a positive health and safety culture and maintain effective management systems.
• Manage the waste collection team day-to-day.
• Ensure the collection team are trained and equipped for the role, completing crew monitoring and accident investigation and reporting.
• Work closely with fleet service team to ensure vehicles are available for service delivery and maintained for road transport compliance. This is your chance to play a vital role to contribute to essential local services while developing your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package - 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year.
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough.
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development.
• Family friendly and flexible working policies available.
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions.
• Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme.
• Access to an employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme.