Operations Manager

About this role

Are you an ambitious professional ready to lead and make a real impact? Do you have a passion for environmental projects and managing operational excellence? Are you looking for a role that offers both challenge and reward in a dynamic environment?


We are currently looking for an Operations Manager to join our bustling and purpose-driven team in Leyton, Greater London. Imagine being at the heart of a vital waste management operation, leading a dedicated team, and driving innovative solutions every day!


Hours of Work:
Mon - Fri (40hrs)


Operations Manager duties include overseeing all operational activities at our Gateway Road site, ensuring safety and compliance standards are met, managing budgets, leading and developing staff, and building strong relationships with regulators and clients. You will be responsible for optimising site operations, implementing improvements, and maintaining high standards in health, safety, and environmental regulations.


Key Success Criteria
The key success criterion is the safe long-term operation of Gateway Rd Yard.


The key to achieving this will be the careful and effective manage use of resources and manpower, on a day-to-day and hour-by-hour basis, as the impact of demand and current availability requires.


To achieve this you must have good management skills backed by a strong focus on attention to detail. A positive analytical approach and a “can-do” attitude must prevail at all times to successfully execute this role.


Main Tasks And Accountabilities

• To manage site operations in accordance with Environment Agency license and H & S requirements.
• Have full budgetary responsibility for site.
• Lead and direct Site personnel
• Effective co-ordination and monitoring of all waste movements in a compliant and effective manor
• Liaison with customers and Third parties as necessary
• Regular liaison with the Environment Agency and other Regulatory bodies
• Appoint and develop staff....