Recycling Manager

TRC Yorkshire

We are hiring an experienced Recycling Manager to support the leadership of a high-volume waste management and recycling facility in Blackburn.

Location: Blackburn
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 07:00-16:30 (Flexibility required during peak periods, including occasional Saturdays)

Overview:

You will take ownership of site performance, team leadership, and compliance. Playing a key role in delivering operational efficiency, health & safety compliance, and continuous improvement, reporting to the Site Manager.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Deliver site KPIs, including throughput, revenue, and cost control
  • Lead and develop operational teams to improve productivity and performance
  • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety (HSE), Environmental, and Waste Regulations
  • Conduct daily and weekly Health & Safety audits.
  • Manage all aspects of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Employment Rights Act 1996 compliance.
  • Monitor plant and equipment performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives
  • Manage housekeeping, site standards, and safety culture
  • Ensure accurate reporting, including DAL and all site documentation.
  • Maintain full environmental and company policy compliance.
  • Monitor incoming and outgoing product quality throughout the day.
  • Oversee and optimise cutting line performance, identifying improvement opportunities.
  • Conduct perimeter checks, ensuring site cleanliness and security; arrange repairs or clean-ups as needed.
  • Manage and reduce site waste.
  • Ensure quality control of outgoing product and baling/separation processes.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

  • Proven experience managing teams, KPIs, and operational performance
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • IT literate (Microsoft Office / reporting systems)

Desirable:

  • Experience in recycling or waste management environment
  • WAMITAB qualification (or willingness to obtain training and support can be provided for the right candidate)
  • FLT licence
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