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Waste Manager

  • Location

    London

  • Sector:

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £50k per annum plus benefits

  • Contact:

    Michelle Brightly

  • Contact email:

    mbrightly@bridgerecruitment.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    020 85290548

  • Job ref:

    VR/05322

  • Published:

    4 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-06-29

  • Consultant:

    Michelle Brightly

​Role: Waste Manager

Salary: 50k per annum plus benefits including pension and hybrid working

Job Status: Permanent/ Full Time

Location: London

Vacancy Reference: VR/05322

Role Description:

Our client - one of the UK’s largest independent facilities management companies is looking for a Waste Manager to join their growing regional team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a prestigious, high-profile contract in one of the busiest and most iconic areas of the capital.

As the Waste Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day operations of a dynamic waste and environmental services contract. You will lead from the front, ensuring high standards, driving sustainability initiatives, engaging clients, and managing a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and motivate your team to exceed service expectations and contract KPIs

  • Oversee all Waste & Environmental KPIs and SLAs, ensuring compliance and performance

  • Collaborate with HSE teams to maintain a culture of safety and regulatory compliance

  • Build strong, solution-focused relationships with clients through regular communication and joint inspections

  • Deliver training, inductions, and toolbox talks to ensure team competence and engagement

  • Monitor budgets and resource allocation to maintain efficiency and cost control

  • Provide regular reports and insights to stakeholders, recommending strategic improvements

  • Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and proactive client engagement

What They Are Looking For:

  • Proven experience leading operational teams in facilities, waste, or environmental management

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships

  • Confident presenter with solid IT skills and a data-driven mindset

  • Experience working in high-footfall environments, ideally within public or tourist-facing spaces

  • Financially savvy, with experience managing budgets and supplier relationships

  • Calm and capable under pressure, with strong conflict resolution and people management skills

  • Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and delivering top-tier service.