Interim Team Leader – Waste & Recycling

Description

Interim Team Leader – Waste & Recycling

Location: Uttlesford District

Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Length: Initial 3 months (with potential to extend and temp-to-perm opportunities)

Pay Rate: £170.00 PAYE (negotiable depending on experience)

Start Date: Monday 5 January 2026

Working Arrangement: On-site – 4 days per week

Minerva Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of Uttlesford District Council for an experienced Interim Waste & Recycling Team Leader to join their Environmental Services team on a full-time, temporary basis.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational knowledge, people management skills, and a commitment to delivering efficient, safe, and high-quality waste and recycling services across the district.

Role

The successful candidate will lead and coordinate the delivery of waste and recycling services, ensuring operations are carried out efficiently, safely, and in line with legislative requirements. You will be responsible for leading staff, supporting service delivery, and contributing to improvements that enhance the local environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, organise, support, and advise operational staff to deliver an effective service

Ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements, including the correct use of PPE

Work closely with Service Coordinators to programme planned works and respond to ad-hoc requests

Allocate resources effectively to maximise productivity and service outcomes

Carry out site visits to assess staffing requirements and prepare costings for rechargeable works

Liaise with Transport and Workshop Managers to ensure all drivers are appropriately licensed and assessed

Complete and maintain accurate administrative records and operational documentation

Support the wider Environmental Services team, providing cover during annual leave, sickness, and peak periodsKnowledge & Experience

Strong knowledge of waste and recycling service requirements and relevant legislation

Good understanding of health and safety obligations within an operational environment

Geographical knowledge of the Uttlesford district or ability to develop this quickly

Significant experience managing waste management operations

Proven experience leading or supervising operational teamsSkills & Attributes

Self-motivated with the ability to motivate and lead others without direct supervision

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines

Practical understanding of vehicle and equipment maintenance

Professional, firm, and customer-focused approach to service deliveryQualifications & Training

Full UK driving licence with Category B+E entitlement

IOSH qualification (or willingness to undertake training)

Competent IT skills, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and ExcelWhy Apply? xjnqpsq

Competitive daily rates

Opportunity to work within a respected local authority

Potential contract extension and temp-to-perm opportunities

Leadership role with real operational impact

To apply or for further information, please contact Minerva Recruitment. We look forward to hearing from experienced waste and recycling professionals seeking their next interim leadership opportunity

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