Operations Supervisor

Recycling Operations Supervisor

Location: Nottingham
Hours: Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 17:00
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 D.O.E

A well-established and highly respected organisation within the recycling and resource recovery sector is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to join its operations team in Nottingham.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced industrial environment, where you’ll be responsible for driving operational efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and leading a dedicated team.

What’s in it for you?

• A key leadership role with real operational responsibility
• £35,000 – £40,000 Salary
• 28 Days Holiday
• Genuine Progression and Development – Strong focus on internal promotion and career progression
• Health & Wellbeing Support for workers and their families
• Shopping, Leisure and Holiday discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Modern state-of-the-art recycling site, technology and plant – Recent Significant Investment
• Advanced Machinery
• Up to 2 paid Volunteering days per year – Active Charity support and fundraising
• Inclusive hiring approach
• A varied, hands-on position where no two days are the same
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on development
• The chance to contribute to a business committed to sustainability and innovation

The Role

Reporting into site management, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the non-ferrous metals department, ensuring a smooth and continuous flow of materials through the plant. This position blends practical, on-the-ground duties with team leadership, compliance, and performance management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the non-ferrous team on a daily basis
• Allocate labour effectively to meet production and operational targets
• Ensure all pre-start checks are completed across plant and machinery
• Oversee routine maintenance activities including cleaning and upkeep
• Sort and process materials in line with strict quality standards
• Operate plant and machinery where required (including mobile plant)
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping
• Ensure full compliance with PPE, SOPs, and environmental regulations
• Monitor stock levels of consumables to minimise downtime
• Support wider site operations and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leadership role
• Strong organisational and workload prioritisation skills
• Background in waste, recycling, metals, or heavy industry
• Solid knowledge of non-ferrous materials
• Confident communicator with the ability to motivate and lead a team
• Practical experience with plant and machinery is advantageous
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety and environmental standards

About the Company

Our client is a long-established, privately owned business operating at scale within the UK’s recycling and resource management sector. With a strong reputation for operational excellence, continued investment, and a commitment to environmental responsibility, they play a vital role in helping businesses manage materials more sustainably.

They pride themselves on fostering a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement, offering employees long-term stability and genuine opportunities for progression.

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