Waste Management Supervisor

Waste Management Supervisor
Location: Bardon WTS, Interlink Way South, Coalville, LE67 1PG
Salary: £28,605 - £31,029 per annum - based on a 37 hour week (pro-rota for part-time) (Pay award pending)
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 19th July 2026
Leicestershire County Council’s Contracts and Haulage Team are looking to recruit a Waste Management Supervisor to join the team. The role will be responsible for supervising the Waste Transfer Station and Internal/External Haulage operations.
About the Role
The successful candidate will assist the Waste Management Officers and Senior Haulage Officer in providing visible leadership and direction for the Waste/Haulage team consisting of Operatives and HGV drivers. You will be responsible for the management and operation of a variety of plant and equipment, including HGV’s, loading shovels, telehandlers, and any other equipment on site.
In addition to supervising the team, the successful candidate will assist in operational performance, financial management, staff training and development to ensure that services provided by the Council are robust enough to deliver the desired outcomes and meet all statutory duties and responsibilities. This position requires a proactive and flexible attitude to work, time-management and problem-solving.
About You
To apply for this post, you should have:
* A GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
* The following other qualifications (or be willing to work towards them):
* BTEC, NVQ3 or equivalent/willing to work towards
* HGV Licence
* Driver CPC
* Loading shovel/plant ticket/train the trainer qualification
* WAMITAB CoTC Level 3 (or working towards)
* The following experience:
* Supervision of employees in the waste management industry, transport/haulage industry, or similar workplace
* Management of HGV drivers in accordance with driver and vehicle legislation
* Working in waste carriage, specialist haulage, waste transfer or work of a similar nature
* Planning logistics or vehicle movements or work of a similar nature
* Assessment of defects from daily driver checks and appropriate development, seeking feedback and demonstrating integrity and personal impact
* Working in accordance with Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality Management systems (ideally in the waste management industry)
* Knowledge of driver and vehicle legislation and practices
* The ability to work efficiently under constantly changing pressures and engage with key contractors effectively
* Computer literate and familiar with MS Office or equivalent, and industry standard software
* A full, valid driving license
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
About Leicestershire County Council
At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.
Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.
To Apply
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