Operations Manager - PM Shift
Biffa Waste ServicesSandwell, England, United Kingdom
Posted October 30, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Founded in London in 1912, Biffa is a leading UK nationwide integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling and technologically-driven energy generation services. Through the expertise of our people and investment in technology we promote and deliver sustainable waste management solutions. We provide an essential service to satisfy the business needs of our commercial, industrial and public sector customers throughout the UK, and help them to meet their legal obligations and corporate responsibility commitments. We employ 10,000 people and collect waste from thousands of businesses and millions of households across the UK each day. Our surplus food redistribution partnership with Company Shop Group, and our environmental work with BiffaAward and Waste Aid, also have wider benefits for the UK and beyond. Since 2002 we’ve reduced our carbon emissions by 70 per cent and aim to be net zero by 2050.
Job Description
Biffa is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a depot in Tipton. The role involves managing KPIs, driver supervision, adherence to health and safety, and minimizing operational cost. The Operations Manager will collaborate with the Depot Manager, support depot operational, safety and service performance, and lead team development.
Requirements
- CPC desirable
- Experience as Transport Manager or similar role in Services or Logistics
- People and health & safety management in a unionised environment
- Proven track record of working to clearly defined service delivery KPI’s
- Demonstrable experience of successful resource management / cost control
- Lean Management Understanding
- Technical Knowledge
- Local geographical knowledge and transport legislation
- Knowledge of requirements of working within a time critical service environment
- Waste industry knowledge including relevant laws
Benefits
- Ongoing career development
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Retail and leisure discounts
- Holiday and travel discounts
- Life cover
- Flexible working arrangements