Recycling Manager

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