Job title: Contract Supervisor
Business Unit: H.W Martin Waste Limited with Group reach.
Location: Cheshire, CW11 3PU
Salary: Competitive and dependant on experience
Additional benefits: Discretionary Bonus, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Company Pension (we pay full 8%), Company Vehical, Free parking, Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance.
Contract Type: Permanent
The Opportunity:
The H. W. Martin Group are committed to building a first-class talented workforce, so that we can offer the very best service to our customers. Established in 1976, our group of companies specialises in services for the construction and waste recycling sectors, boasting an impressive turnover exceeding £170 million. H.W. Martin Waste Ltd efficiently manages a wide range of waste and recyclable materials across the entire UK.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Contract Supervisor to complement our existing Management team.
Reporting to the Contract Manager, the Contract Supervisor will cover the region and assist in management of the performance of designated Household Waste Recycling Centres and Transfer Stations to ensure all contractual obligations are met in full; close liaison with operational staff and support departments are maintained; operational efficiencies are achieved and to pro-actively monitor the facilities for compliance with all safety and operational procedures.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of actively managing site operations, ideally within the waste industry and Certificate of Technical Competency qualified. You will work well in a team, possess good communication skills and be able to quickly pick up systems and processes. Further training and development will be tailored to the needs of the successful applicant.
Responsibilities and Duties:
As the postholder, your primary focus will be on ensuring compliance with safe working practices and Health and Safety legislation. You ll oversee operations, monitor facilities, and supervise a diverse team of both direct and sub-contracted staff. Achieving performance targets, reporting progress, and implementing operational plans are essential aspects of this role. Additionally, you ll contribute to quality and service improvements, represent the company at meetings, and maintain effective working relationships.
Experience, Qualifications and Skills required:
- Experience in a similar supervisory role.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills as well as attention detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
- Flexibility for extensive travel as required between sites
- Experience driving heavy plant is preferred but, on the job, training can be provided to enable ad hoc cover when required.
- A degree or equivalent is desirable but not essential where related skills can be demonstrated.
- Certificate of Technical Competency qualified in Hazardous Waste transfer or willing to work towards obtaining the qualification
- Ability to communicate both written and orally, good attention to detail and to present information clearly and concisely
- Portrays enthusiasm, passion, and ambition to learn and develop.
- Positive can do attitude.
- The ability to liaise with all levels of management on a professional level, using good communication/interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills to be responsible for managing own workload.
Essential requirements:
- A current UK Driving Licence is essential.
Please note: This opportunity involves weekend shifts, out-of-hours coverage, and extensive travel within the vibrant operational area of Cheshire
Next Steps:
If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the skills to take on this vital role then please submit your CV and covering letter stating how you meet our criteria.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons.