Location
Taunton, Somerset - based at Priorswood Depot

Hours
37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 including weekends. Two consecutive rest days where possible (not both weekend days)

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Lead the day-to-day operations of the Somerset Recycling Centres, ensuring the contract runs safely, efficiently and in line with Biffa and client requirements. As Contract Supervisor, you will supervise site teams, manage resources, maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance, and ensure customers receive excellent service. This hands-on role combines site-based operational activity with administration, reporting and people management across the contracted sites. You will plan and organise staffing and equipment, drive recycling performance, coordinate maintenance, and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, regulators and the public. Monitoring performance through audits, inspections and continuous improvement activities is a key part of this role.

Experience
Proven experience managing local authority contracts, ideally within recycling, waste management or similar operational environments. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, environmental and transport legislation relevant to recycling centres and operational sites. Demonstrated ability to manage large teams, lead, motivate and develop people effectively. Experience in financial and budget management, with the ability to manage resources and deliver operational targets.

About you
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with confidence to build effective relationships at all levels. Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, managing changing priorities while maintaining high standards of service and performance.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant experience and knowledge in recycling operations, health & safety and team management are essential.