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Interim Head of Waste Management
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 550 - 650 / Day
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Interim Head of Waste Management
We are seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Interim Head of Waste Management to join a collaborative senior leadership team. This role will lead the optimisation of waste services across the county—driving environmental improvements, enhancing efficiency and delivering high-quality, compliant local services.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the safe and efficient daily operation of recycling centres, transfer stations and the haulage fleet.
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Ensure full Health & Safety compliance for staff, contractors and the public.
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Oversee robust financial management of waste budgets (c. £90m), including savings targets and forecasting.
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Provide expert input into major procurements, ensuring operational excellence.
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Manage closed landfill sites in line with regulatory requirements and maximise associated revenue opportunities.
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Work closely with contract management colleagues to ensure major contractors deliver high-quality services.
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Lead and support a team of direct reports and 200+ operational staff, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
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Engage effectively with Waste Collection bodies to provide strategic disposal and treatment guidance.
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Deliver assigned projects on time, within budget and to the expected standard.
About You
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Chartered Waste Manager (MCIWM) with extensive senior leadership experience.
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Strong knowledge of current and emerging waste and resources policy and legislation.
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Deep operational understanding across recycling, transfer, treatment and disposal services, with experience managing complex waste contracts.
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Proven ability to manage multi-million-pound budgets.
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Strong people manager committed to staff development.
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Excellent communicator able to influence at all levels.
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Highly skilled in ensuring compliance with environmental permitting and Health & Safety legislation.
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Track record of effective contractor management and delivering value for money.
If you are a strategic, hands-on leader ready to make an immediate impact, we’d welcome the opportunity to speak with youBefore You Apply
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