Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Operations Manager to join one of our most well-established clients, based in Newport, Isle of White. The main aspect of the role is to spearhead their Mechanical Treatment Facility, Waste Transfer Station, Household Waste Recycling and HWRC facilities.

*This is a temporary position for an initial 3-month period, but it could be extended*

Location: Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 but you may be expected to cover at alternative sites when required.

This is an onsite position Monday-Friday. Flexible with hours but typically from 8am - 4pm with a 30minute lunch break.

Rate of Pay: £350 - £500 per day depending on experience - inside IR35

The Role

This pivotal role combines technical knowledge with strong leadership to promote safe, efficient, and sustainable waste management practices in line with rigorous Health & Safety and Environmental standards.

Apply your deep understanding of mechanical treatment, HWRC and Waste Transfer operations and processes to optimise sorting, shredding, compacting, and recycling.
Manage a dedicated team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance. Your leadership will ensure our facilities run at peak efficiency, meeting and surpassing operational targets.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as the Maintenance, ERF and Collections teams to ensure the smooth running of complex technologies and operations
Tackle operational challenges, leveraging your problem-solving skills to maintain seamless operations.
Prioritise the wellbeing of your team by upholding the highest safety and compliance standards.
Constantly seek ways to enhance processes, reduce waste, and drive sustainability across all areas of responsibility.
Budgetary responsibility for the MT, HWRCs and Waste Transfer operations.

Candidate Specification

A proven track record in waste management, with a particular focus on mechanical treatment, waste transfer, and recycling operations.
Strong leadership credentials, with experience in managing diverse teams and fostering a positive, productive work environment.
Experience as an Operations Manager / Site Manager / Plant Manager on a process plant
Degree/Foundation degree/HND level engineering qualification preferred. HNC as a minimum
WAMITAB COTC, level 4 (desirable)
A solid foundation in Health & Safety practices, ideally supported by a NEBOSH qualification.
Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
Financial acumen, with experience in managing budgets and driving cost efficiencies. INDLS