Site Manager - Waste Transfer Station

Site Manager – Waste Transfer Station

Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy Waste Transfer Station in Hailsham.

This is a hands-on management position, ideal for someone who can lead from the front, manage a team effectively, and take responsibility for the safe, efficient and compliant running of the site.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the waste transfer station and a team of operatives handling a variety of waste streams, including:

• Skip waste

• Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) containers

• Third-party tipping vehicles

• Recyclable and general waste streams

You will play a key role in ensuring waste is handled and processed efficiently, recycling performance is maximised, and the site consistently operates in line with health & safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the Waste Transfer Station.

• Lead, motivate and manage a team of site operatives.

• Ensure waste is received, sorted, processed and stored correctly.

• Maximise recycling and recovery opportunities while minimising waste sent for disposal.

• Monitor site productivity and operational performance.

• Ensure all site activities comply with relevant legislation, environmental permits and company procedures.

• Maintain high standards of health, safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance.

• Manage third-party tipping vehicles, contractors and site visitors.

• Identify and resolve operational issues quickly and effectively.

• Carry out site inspections and ensure any issues are addressed promptly.

• Support staff training, development and performance management.

• Work closely with senior management to achieve operational and commercial targets.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience managing a busy Waste Transfer Station, recycling facility or similar waste management environment.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of the waste and recycling industry.

• Proven experience leading, motivating and managing a team.

• A hands-on approach to site management and the ability to lead by example.

• Good understanding of health & safety and environmental legislation.

• Experience working within environmental permit requirements.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy operational environment.

• Confident decision-maker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Good IT and administrative skills.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is practical, organised and commercially aware, with the confidence to take ownership of a busy site.

You should be comfortable working in a hands-on operational environment, managing people, dealing with customers and third parties, and ensuring that safety, compliance and productivity remain at the highest possible standards.

If you have the experience and leadership skills to take ownership of a busy waste operation and are looking for your next challenge, apply today.