Shift Manager

Are you an experienced leader in hazardous waste, incineration, or chemical processing? Our client – a market-leading processor of hazardous materials – is looking for a Shift Manager to join their primary site on the South Coast.

Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you’ll lead a team of Process Supervisors, Operators, and Chemists across a 24-hour shift pattern, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a highly regulated plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee site operations during your shift to ensure full compliance with environmental regulations and health & safety policies.
• Act as an authorised issuer of Permits to Work, following permit and isolation procedures.
• Ensure that team members only perform tasks for which they are trained and competent.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Department to coordinate planned and reactive works safely and efficiently.
• Support the HAZID/HAZOP process for new projects from concept through to completion.
• Drive team performance, prioritising safety and productivity within environmental compliance frameworks.
• Lead training and development, including monitoring progress through competency task books.
• Conduct performance reviews in line with company processes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Engineering, or a related subject.
• Background in hazardous waste, incineration, or chemical process sectors preferred.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing operational teams in high-risk environments.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Desirable:

• FLT licence
• First Aid trained

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role with a respected name in the hazardous waste sector. If you're ready for your next career move, send your CV to jack@wasterecruit.com or call 01252 353080, quoting reference M9558.

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