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Job Switch is seeking an experienced Waste Collections Operations Manager to oversee and lead the delivery of waste collection services in Swindon. This is a key leadership role within the Waste Services management team, ensuring effective service delivery, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The Role

As Waste Collections Operations Manager, you will:

* Lead and manage the Waste Collections Service, overseeing approx. 130 staff with a gross revenue budget of £10m.

* Ensure effective daily operations, resource deployment, and compliance with statutory and council policies.

* Drive service transformation, delivering efficiencies and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

* Manage supervisory teams (Waste Supervisors, Enforcement Officers, Wardens) to deliver high-quality services to the community.

* Provide strategic and specialist advice on waste policy, legislation, and best practice, including compliance with the Environment Act 2021.

* Oversee health & safety practices, vehicle and equipment compliance, and contractor/partnership arrangements.

* Support senior management and elected members with operational insight and recommendations.

About You

We are looking for a leader with proven experience in waste collections and service delivery. You should have:

* Substantial experience managing waste collections services in the public or private sector.

* Strong knowledge of waste policy, legislation, and health & safety requirements.

* Experience leading large teams, managing budgets, and delivering service improvements.

* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

* A track record of delivering transformational change and fostering collaborative working.

* Relevant professional membership (e.g., CIWM, IEMA, CEnv) is desirable.

* A full driving licence is required.

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