Dec 21, 2025
Interim Head of Waste Management
Temporary | Full Time | Up to £650/day (Umbrella) | Chelmsford
We're seeking an experienced senior leader to oversee waste operations for a major UK authority, managing 650,000+ tonnes annually across recycling centres, transfer stations, and closed landfill sites, with a workforce of 200+ staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead day-to-day operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency.
Manage budgets of ~£90m and multi-million-pound contracts.
Line manage 7 direct reports and oversee all operational staff.
Deliver projects, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance.
Experience & Qualifications:
Chartered Waste Manager (MCIWM) with senior leadership experience.
Proven track record managing waste contracts, budgets, and staff.
Strong knowledge of legislation, operational best practice, H&S, and environmental compliance.
We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK. For further details or to...
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