Recycling Manager
CV-LibraryBlackburn, Blackburn with DarwenpermanentPosted: 30 April 2026
Apply NowWe are hiring an experienced Recycling Manager to support the leadership of a high-volume waste management and recycling facility in Blackburn.
Location: Blackburn
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 07:00-16:30 (Flexibility required during peak periods, including occasional Saturdays)
Overview:
You will take ownership of site performance, team leadership, and compliance. Playing a key role in delivering operational efficiency, health & safety compliance, and continuous improvement, reporting to the Site Manager.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Deliver site KPIs, including throughput, revenue, and cost control
* Lead and develop operational teams to improve productivity and performance
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety (HSE), Environmental, and Waste Regulations
* Conduct daily and weekly Health & Safety audits.
* Manage all aspects of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Employment Rights Act 1996 compliance.
* Monitor plant and equipment performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives
* Manage housekeeping, site standards, and safety culture
* Ensure accurate reporting, including DAL and all site documentation.
* Maintain full environmental and company policy compliance.
* Monitor incoming and outgoing product quality throughout the day.
* Oversee and optimise cutting line performance, identifying improvement opportunities.
* Conduct perimeter checks, ensuring site cleanliness and security; arrange repairs or clean-ups as needed.
* Manage and reduce site waste.
* Ensure quality control of outgoing product and baling/separation processes.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Proven experience managing teams, KPIs, and operational performance
* Excellent leadership and communication skills
* IT literate (Microsoft Office / reporting systems)
Desirable:
* Experience in recycling or waste management environment
* WAMITAB qualification (or willingness to obtain training and support can be provided for the right candidate)
* FLT licence
Location: Blackburn
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 07:00-16:30 (Flexibility required during peak periods, including occasional Saturdays)
Overview:
You will take ownership of site performance, team leadership, and compliance. Playing a key role in delivering operational efficiency, health & safety compliance, and continuous improvement, reporting to the Site Manager.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Deliver site KPIs, including throughput, revenue, and cost control
* Lead and develop operational teams to improve productivity and performance
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety (HSE), Environmental, and Waste Regulations
* Conduct daily and weekly Health & Safety audits.
* Manage all aspects of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Employment Rights Act 1996 compliance.
* Monitor plant and equipment performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives
* Manage housekeeping, site standards, and safety culture
* Ensure accurate reporting, including DAL and all site documentation.
* Maintain full environmental and company policy compliance.
* Monitor incoming and outgoing product quality throughout the day.
* Oversee and optimise cutting line performance, identifying improvement opportunities.
* Conduct perimeter checks, ensuring site cleanliness and security; arrange repairs or clean-ups as needed.
* Manage and reduce site waste.
* Ensure quality control of outgoing product and baling/separation processes.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Proven experience managing teams, KPIs, and operational performance
* Excellent leadership and communication skills
* IT literate (Microsoft Office / reporting systems)
Desirable:
* Experience in recycling or waste management environment
* WAMITAB qualification (or willingness to obtain training and support can be provided for the right candidate)
* FLT licence