West London Waste Authority

Site Manager - Household Recycling & Reuse Centre and Waste Transfer Station Location: West London Salary: Up to £71,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Permanent We are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Manager to lead operations at a key Household Recycling & Reuse Centre (HRRC) and small Waste Transfer Station (WTS) in West London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive leader to oversee safe, efficient, and compliant site operations while driving high recycling performance and supporting innovation in reuse and sustainability. As Site Manager, you'll be responsible for managing a team of around 30-40 staff, ensuring that daily operations run smoothly, safely, and in line with environmental and health & safety regulations. You will oversee an operational and capital budget of approximately £3 million, ensuring value for money and continuous improvement across all site activities. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the HRRC and WTS. Ensure full compliance with environmental permits, waste regulations, and health & safety standards. Manage staff performance, training, and development to maintain a positive and productive work culture. Oversee site budgets, contracts, and resource planning to achieve efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Monitor and report on operational KPIs, including recycling rates, diversion from landfill, and service quality. Work closely with contractors, local authorities, and stakeholders to deliver high service standards. Identify and implement opportunities to improve recycling, reuse, and site performance. About You Proven experience managing waste, recycling, or transfer station operations. Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance. Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and engage teams. Financially astute with experience managing budgets and performance targets. Qualifications such as WAMITAB, IOSH, and ideally Project Management or Six Sigma. A proactive and adaptable approach, with a passion for sustainability and operational excellence. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. The opportunity to manage a flagship recycling and reuse facility in West London. A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment. The chance to make a real impact on local recycling and circular economy initiatives. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across our workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Let's lead the way in building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future - together.