Operations Supervisor (Street Cleansing)

Job title:

Operations Supervisor (Street Cleansing)

Company

Biffa

Job description

Job Description:We’re Hiring: Operations Supervisor (Street Cleansing) – Windwhistle Depot, Bodmin
Schedule: Sunday to Wednesday | 4 days x 10 hoursAre you a strong leader with a background in street cleansing operations and a passion for making things run smoothly? Do you believe in Teamwork, Fairness and Respect (#TFR) and want to work in a role that truly makes a difference to your community?We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Operations Supervisor to join our team at the Windwhistle Depot in Bodmin. You’ll be at the heart of keeping Cornwall’s streets clean and our operations running like clockwork. If you’ve got the drive to lead, a mind for logistics, and ambition to climb the career ladder, this could be the opportunity for you.Requirements:Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Leading the daily operational planning and deployment of the street cleansing team.
  • Managing resources – from vehicles and plant to personnel and materials.
  • Overseeing staff performance, inductions, attendance, and development.
  • Ensuring full compliance with health & safety standards and company policies.
  • Supporting legal compliance with Operator Licence requirements.
  • Keeping detailed records and reporting – from logbooks to timesheets.
  • Promoting a safety-first culture and stopping unsafe behaviour in its tracks.
  • Deputising for the Operations Manager when required – and preparing to be the next one.

Our essential requirements:

  • Proven supervisory experience with team leadership skills.
  • Sound knowledge of street cleansing operations and local authority contracts.
  • A proactive attitude and ability to thrive under pressure.
  • Strong communication, literacy, and IT skills (Word, Excel, Powersuite).
  • Health & safety awareness and practical understanding of large vehicle operations.
  • Ambition to develop – we’re looking for someone who sees themselves as a future Operations and Business Manager.

Benefits:What You’ll Get in Return:

  • A competitive salary £36k – £39k
  • Company vehicle.
  • Minimum 16 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with service-based increases.
  • Pension scheme, corporate uniform, and access to additional holiday purchase schemes.
  • A dynamic work environment where your leadership and ideas are valued.

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it, or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it’s why we’re the UK’s No. 1 choice for business waste management.Dedicated to diversity.
At Biffa, we believe different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. It’s why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

Expected salary

£36000 – 39000 per year

Location

Bodmin, Cornwall

Job date

Sun, 18 May 2025 06:47:42 GMT

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