Contract Director

What will I be doing? Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for controlling all elements of the domestic waste and recycling collection along with the processing and bulking out of recyclable materials in line with the site's permit and planning permission and for delivering the terms of the contract. Health and Safety is of paramount importance and SUEZ places great emphasis on managing our operations safely and responsibly in line with internal and external policies, procedures and health and safety law and regulations. The role involves ensuring that all facets of the collection business are carried out in compliance with all of our legal obligations and SUEZ's own internal standards to ensure that SUEZ is perceived as a reputable, value for money service provider to members of the public. The role also carries financial responsibility for maximizing company profit. The role carries direct management responsibility for assistant contract managers, a team of contract supervisors, a large workforce of manual employees and a fleet of refuse collection and recycling vehicles as well as fixed and mobile plant. Responsibilities also include ensuring that the collection rounds, vehicles and employees are organized and managed in the most effective manner and working with colleagues from the trading division, to add value to the recycling materials. *** Internally titled Contract General Manager *** What are the requirements? You will be required to demonstrate a good track record of managing a similar large logistical operation and maintaining excellent working relationships with local authority clients. Experience of successfully restructuring service arrangements or introducing new services is also a requirement. Ability to problem solve and plan logistics, including complex collection requirements, will be required. Financial reporting skills, a good track record of managing a budget and the ability to communicate at a high level, negotiate and to motivate a large workforce are also all essential. Experience of dealing with Trade Unions in challenging situations would be an advantage. We will also require the successful applicant to be IT literate and competent in using database systems and Microsoft Office Packages. You must be passionate about health and safety and be able to show a clear awareness of the potential issues within operations of this nature and how these can be successfully managed. A good track record of health and safety management will also be sought. We will also be looking for a manager with a keen interest in recycling and an understanding of initiatives used within the waste industry. Candidates must hold the following qualifications: CPC in Road Haulage Operations, COTC in Waste Management 4TSH, a full driving licence and a NEBOSH certificate. Who we are At SUEZ, the efficient and sustainable management of resources around the globe is at the heart of everything we do. Respect – acting ethically and with integrity – is one of our core values. We’re passionate about the environment and believe in protecting our world. Over 90,000 likeminded people worldwide makes for an incredible team, where collaboration and trust are part of the way we work. With true team spirit, we can give our customers a standard of service that goes above and beyond and ensure that our local communities have access to essential water and waste services. We thank our people for all they do with development opportunities, wide-ranging benefits and rewards that reflect their hard work. In a friendly, supportive environment, you’ll be inspired to grow and play your part in creating a better future for all.

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