Depot & Transfer Station Manager

We're looking for an experienced Depot & Transfer Station Manager to lead our Sunderland operation, taking overall responsibility for the safe, compliant, efficient and commercially successful running of the depot and transfer station.

You’ll lead from the front, ensuring health & safety, environmental and Operator Licence compliance are at the heart of the operation, while delivering excellent customer service and achieving key operational and financial targets.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the safe, compliant and efficient operation of the depot and transfer station.
• Ensure health & safety, environmental, Operator Licence and company standards are consistently achieved.
• Manage and coordinate site resources to maximise productivity and maintain excellent service standards.
• Lead, coach and develop drivers and operational colleagues, creating an engaged and high-performing team.
• Manage performance against clearly defined KPIs and take action where required.
• Take ownership of the full site P&L, driving effective cost control and sustainable year-on-year performance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across the operation.
• Support business growth, including opportunities around commodity sales and improved site profitability.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and teams across the wider Biffa business.
• Work collaboratively with regional management to shape the future direction and performance of the Sunderland operation.

Requirements:

• Significant experience as a Depot Manager, Transfer Station Manager, Operations Manager or in a similar operational leadership role.
• A relevant COTC qualification.
• CPC qualification.
• IOSH Certificate.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety, environmental, transport and waste industry legislation.
• Experience of leading and developing teams, ideally within a unionised and multi-shift environment.
• A proven track record of delivering against operational and service KPIs.
• Experience of driving continuous improvement within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and P&L management experience.
• Good transport and logistics knowledge.
• Strong communication, leadership and relationship management skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and make effective decisions.