Description

Our client is one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies, with over 200 facilities and 4,200 employees across the UK.

A vacancy currently exists for a Deputy Operations Manager to play a key role in managing the operation and staff at multiple hazardous waste treatment facilities in the Yorkshire region.

Main Duties:

Supporting and deputising for the Operations Manager
Managing the operation and staff at multiple waste treatment facilities to ensure safety, compliance, and financial targets are met
Leading and managing staff and contractors to operate safely and compliantly
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with regulators, customers, and suppliers
Overseeing the reception, inspection, processing, and dispatch of waste and treated residues
Developing and implementing operating procedures, work instructions, and staff training
Managing preventative maintenance programmes and arranging timely maintenance
Liaising with technical staff for sampling, assessment, and monitoring of waste processing techniques
Providing permits to work and operating mobile plant equipment
Training and mentoring new starters

Candidate Requirements:

A degree in Chemistry or a related subject
Experience in the process (chemical) or waste treatment industry
Health and Safety qualification such as NEBOSH General Certificate
Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC) for Managing Hazardous Waste Treatment/Transfer
Experience in the use and maintenance of mobile plant and fixed machinery
Ability to motivate and lead a small team of technically qualified and manual staff
Organised, able to plan ahead, and adaptable to changing work requirements
Customer-focused, commercially aware, and able to negotiate
Practical approach, with the ability to manage on-site rather than from an office.
 
This vacancy is for a full-time position, working 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri.

Ref: J9596