Supervisor (Waste Transfer Station)

Job details
Pay
£37,568.19 a year
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Day shift
Holidays

 

Location
Weston-Super-Mare West BS22 8NA
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
 
Full job description
Job Ref: AWSU0625

Salary: £37,568.19 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Location: Based at Aisecome Way, Weston-Super-Mare, BS22 8NA

Hours: 45 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 6 days on / 3 days off (rotating pattern)

North Somerset Environment Company Ltd. (NSEC) works in partnership with North Somerset Council and delivers the following services:

Collecting recycling and waste from over 100,000 homes and commercial businesses across North Somerset and the wider area
Managing Household Waste Recycling Centres at Backwell, Portishead and Weston along with two Waste Transfer Stations in Weston.
Maintaining 1,100km of North Somerset highways including surface repairs, winter maintenance, gully management, drainage and kerbing repairs, signage and line marking, and 24/7 emergency response services.
HGV Driver and mobile plant training, vehicle servicing and maintenance, event cleaning and other environmental and highway maintenance specialisms to commercial businesses
At NSEC, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community dedicated to making a positive impact right here in North Somerset. Our commitment extends beyond our services; it’s at the heart of everything we do, including our approach to employment.

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Waste Transfer Supervisor to join our operations team. This is a key leadership position, responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient running of our waste transfer station. You will be instrumental in driving operational excellence, team performance, and environmental responsibility.

What you’ll be doing:

As Waste Transfer Supervisor, you’ll lead by example and ensure that operational, safety, and environmental standards are consistently met. Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

Oversee daily operations of the waste transfer station, ensuring efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance at all times.
Provide effective leadership to site staff and contractors, including task delegation, performance monitoring, and on-the-job coaching.
Ensure team members are fully briefed and trained on all relevant processes, health & safety protocols, and site rules.
Collaborate with the Senior Supervisor and wider management team to improve working practices, reduce downtime, and optimise resource use.
Carry out daily site inspections to monitor cleanliness, equipment integrity, and safety compliance.
Ensure all documentation (e.g., duty of care notes, weighbridge tickets, plant checks) is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Manage stock control of site consumables and coordinate maintenance or repairs of machinery and plant equipment.
Investigate all incidents, near-misses, and breaches promptly, producing clear and accurate reports with follow-up actions.
Act as the first point of contact for escalations or queries from team members, clients, and contractors on site.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, environmental regulations, and permit conditions.
The ideal candidate will have:

Demonstrable experience in a supervisory or team leader role within waste management, logistics, transport, or a similar operational environment.
Excellent team leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, train, and develop staff to achieve high performance and compliance.
Strong understanding of waste handling regulations, environmental permits, health & safety (e.g., COSHH, LOLER, PUWER), and best practices.
Relevant qualifications such as COTC (Certificate of Technical Competence), IOSH/NEBOSH, or willingness to work toward them.
A full, clean UK driving licence – mobile plant qualifications (e.g. loading shovel, 360, FLT, etc) are highly desirable.
Competence in using basic IT systems (e.g., MS Office, digital reporting tools, weighbridge software).
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment.
A positive, solution-focused attitude and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Flexibility to work on a shift rotation including weekends and bank holidays as required.
What we’re offering:

Company Pension 3% employer contribution.
Free Life Policy.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Seasonal burger van and ice cream van on site – free for all staff!
Promotional Opportunities with internal recruitment.
Upskill to become a professional Driver with our in-house Driver Training Academy.
Career Development including formal qualifications and vocational certificates.
Free Parking on site.
Mental Health: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household.
Physical Health: local Gym Discount at various sites in north somerset (including swimming pool access and gym classes).
Email your up-to-date CV to: jobs@nsecltd.co.uk to apply, or for more information. If you don’t have a CV, give us a call on 07917 092785. Visit our website at www.nsecltd.co.uk to find out more about the business and our other vacancies.

Closing Date: Friday 4th July 2024

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £37,568.19 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
On-site parking
Schedule:

Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025
Reference ID: AWSU0625
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