Water Recycling Operations Lead

Jobtailor; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Water Recycling Team Lead to drive day-to-day operations and strategic improvements within a UK-based water recycling facility. The role focuses on leadership, compliance, and continuous improvement across processes and teams.

The position requires extensive sector experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders including regulators and local councils. A degree and IOSH or equivalent H&S knowledge are desirable.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in a Water Recycling environment or equivalent degree with leadership capability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with multidisciplinary teams and provide customer service.
• Work well under pressure with strong prioritisation.
• Health and Safety qualification (IOSH) or strong understanding of H&S legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Water Recycling team and oversee daily operations.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, regulatory, H&S, and company requirements.
• Optimize processes for efficiency and sustainability.
• Coach and develop employees through active workplace coaching.
• Establish relationships with regulators, customers and local councils.

Skills

Water Recycling Leadership

Strong Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Team Collaboration

Resilience Under Pressure

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a Water Recycling Team Lead to drive day-to-day operations and strategic improvements within a UK-based water recycling facility. The role focuses on leadership, compliance, and continuous improvement across processes and teams.

The position requires extensive sector experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders including regulators and local councils. A degree and IOSH or equivalent H&S knowledge are desirable.