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About the Company

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations Management

• Manage and oversee daily production and recycling operations.
• Ensure production targets, volumes, and operational deadlines are achieved.
• Monitor production processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure efficient movement, sorting, processing, and handling of recyclable materials.
• Optimise production workflows and minimise operational downtime.
• Monitor productivity and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure operational procedures and standards are consistently followed.

People Management

• Lead, manage, and develop production and operational teams.
• Allocate labour according to operational requirements.
• Monitor employee productivity, attendance, and performance.
• Provide coaching, training, and guidance to supervisors and operational staff.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Manage disciplinary and performance matters in line with company procedures.

Waste & Recycling Operations

• Oversee the sorting, processing, recovery, and recycling of waste materials.
• Ensure recyclable materials are processed efficiently and according to required quality standards.
• Monitor material recovery rates and minimise waste.
• Identify opportunities to improve recovery, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of recyclable and waste materials.
• Monitor contamination levels and implement corrective measures.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Ensure production and recycling equipment is operating effectively.
• Monitor equipment downtime and coordinate maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure preventative maintenance is completed.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and implement solutions to improve reliability.
• Ensure equipment is operated safely and correctly.

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the operation.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and ensure hazards are addressed.
• Ensure employees use the required PPE.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the facility.
• Ensure waste handling and recycling processes comply with applicable environmental requirements.

Cost & Performance Management

• Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Manage labour and operational resources effectively.
• Monitor production KPIs and prepare regular performance reports.
• Track productivity, volumes, downtime, waste, recovery rates, and operational costs.
• Identify opportunities to improve overall operational efficiency.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements to production processes.
• Drive productivity and efficiency initiatives.
• Reduce waste, downtime, and unnecessary operating costs.
• Implement best practices within waste and recycling operations.
• Support the development and implementation of operational SOPs.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Operations Management, Production Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Waste Management, or a related field will be advantageous.
• 5–8 years' experience in a Production/Operations Management role.
• Experience within the waste management and/or recycling industry is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience managing production or operational teams.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, operational environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Experience managing equipment, maintenance requirements, and operational resources.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Experience with operational reporting and KPI management.
• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Valid driver's licence will be advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent production and operational planning abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Analytical and results-driven approach.
• Strong understanding of waste and recycling processes.
• Ability to manage multiple operational priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commercial and cost-conscious mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure in a demanding operational environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Hands-on management approach.

What is on Offer

• Permanent position within an established waste and recycling operation.
• Opportunity to take ownership of production and operational performance.
• Market-related remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to contribute to operational efficiency and sustainability within the recycling industry.

How to Apply

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