Job Description
Operations Manager
Application Deadline: 28 July 2026
Department: Operations
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Bilsthorpe
Lead the future of sustainable operations. Make safety, performance and people your legacy.
Ready to take ownership of a high-impact operation where safety comes first, standards matter, and your leadership drives real change?
We’re looking for a hands-on Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and growing our hazardous waste treatment facility. This is more than a management role — it’s an opportunity to build a high-performing culture, develop people, and drive operational excellence in a complex, fast-evolving environment.
If you thrive on accountability, continuous improvement, and leading from the front, this role is built for you.
What you'll be doing
You’ll lead day-to-day operations across our hazardous waste facility, including waste oil production, shredder processes, and transfer station activities — ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently, and compliantly.
Key areas of impact:
- Operational Leadership
Own site performance — driving safe, compliant and efficient operations across all processes.
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Safety & Compliance
Champion a Safety First culture, ensuring full compliance with environmental permits and H&S standards.
- Continuous Improvement
Embed Lean principles (5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping) to boost productivity, quality and cost performance.
- Performance Management
Use KPIs to create accountability and empower teams to take ownership of results.
- People Leadership
Develop and inspire your team through coaching, mentoring and structured development planning.
- Stakeholder Collaboration
Build strong relationships across teams and with external partners to ensure seamless, customer-focused delivery.
- Project Delivery
Lead operational projects with a focus on safety, structure and successful execution.
- Workplace Organisation
Introduce and embed visual management to elevate standards and drive continuous improvement.
What you'll bring
- NEBOSH General Certificate
- Experience in hazardous waste, waste treatment or similar environments
- A strong background in operational safety, including risk assessments and procedures
- Proven leadership of operational teams
- Hands-on experience with continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into action
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Highly organised, adaptable and able to prioritise effectively
- Solid IT capability
Desirable:
Waste industry experience- Behavioural safety or culture change expertise
- Degree-level qualification (or equivalent)
- COTC (hazardous waste transfer & treatment)
What's in it for you?
💰 Competitive package
🌴 Work-life balance – generous holiday allowance + option to buy more
🛡️ Financial security – pension, life insurance & enhanced family policies
🎯 Perks & wellbeing – discounts, Bike2Work, Employee Assistance Programme
Why Enva?
- A role with real influence and autonomy
- The chance to shape operational standards and culture
- Investment in your development and career progression
- A supportive leadership team built around a strong safety culture
At Enva, we don’t just fill roles — we build careers with purpose. As a growing leader in recycling and resource recovery, we’re committed to developing our people while protecting the planet.
Step into a role where your leadership makes a difference — every day
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