Collection à Grande-Bretagne

We are seeking an experienced, forward‑thinking Interim Head of Waste Management to join a collaborative senior leadership team. This role will lead the optimisation of waste services across the county—driving environmental improvements, enhancing efficiency and delivering high‑quality, compliant local services.

• Lead the safe and efficient daily operation of recycling centres, transfer stations and the haulage fleet.
• Ensure full Health & Safety compliance for staff, contractors and the public.
• Oversee robust financial management of waste budgets (c. £90m), including savings targets and forecasting.
• Provide expert input into major procurements, ensuring operational excellence.
• Manage closed landfill sites in line with regulatory requirements and maximise associated revenue opportunities.
• Work closely with contract management colleagues to ensure major contractors deliver high‑quality services.
• Lead and support a team of direct reports and 200+ operational staff, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
• Engage effectively with Waste Collection bodies to provide strategic disposal and treatment guidance.
• Deliver assigned projects on time, within budget and to the expected standard.

• Chartered Waste Manager (MCIWM) with extensive senior leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of current and emerging waste and resources policy and legislation.
• Deep operational understanding across recycling, transfer, treatment and disposal services, with experience managing complex waste contracts.
• Proven ability to manage multi‑million‑pound budgets.
• Strong people manager committed to staff development.
• Excellent communicator able to influence at all levels.
• Highly skilled in ensuring compliance with environmental permitting and Health & Safety legislation.
• Track record of effective contractor management and delivering value for money.

If you are a strategic, hands‑on leader ready to make an immediate impact, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.