Waste Operations Administrator
Salary: £35,000–£40,000 plus mileage
Location: North West – Chester, Buckley, Mold, Wrexham and surrounding areas
Travel: Regular travel between three company sites
About the Role
We are looking for an organised, proactive and hands-on Waste Operations Administrator to support the day-to-day running of our waste management and recycling operations across three sites.
Working closely with the General Manager and Site Supervisors, you will coordinate operational administration, monitor site performance, support staff and ensure the smooth, safe and efficient running of the business.
This is a varied role combining waste and recycling administration, site coordination, operational supervision, logistics, compliance and office management. You will play a key role in keeping processes organised, maintaining accurate records, monitoring costs and supporting continuous operational improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate daily site activities, waste movements, collections, deliveries and processing schedules.
Liaise with Site Supervisors, drivers, suppliers and contractors to ensure efficient operations.
Monitor waste tonnage, recycling volumes and operational performance.
Maintain accurate waste records and operational documentation.
Operations Administration & Office Management
Oversee day-to-day operational administration across three sites.
Maintain spreadsheets, databases, reports and management information.
Process and reconcile supplier, transport, maintenance and contractor invoices.
Monitor operational expenditure, purchase orders and site costs.
Prepare regular reports and updates for the General Manager.
Site Supervision & Facilities
Support Site Supervisors with daily operational requirements.
Coordinate site maintenance, equipment servicing, repairs and contractor visits.
Assist with machinery installations, site improvements and new recycling processes.
Monitor site standards, housekeeping and outstanding operational actions.
Compliance, Health & Safety
Support environmental, waste management and health and safety compliance.
Maintain compliance records, hazardous waste documentation and site paperwork.
Coordinate inspections, risk assessments, toolbox talks and safety actions.
Monitor incidents and near misses, ensuring corrective actions are followed up
About You
Ideally, you will have: At least 3 years' experience in waste management, recycling, operations administration, logistics or an industrial environment.
Experience as a Waste Administrator, Operations Administrator, Site Supervisor, Office Manager or similar.
A good understanding of waste management, recycling processes and site operations.
Strong administration, organisation and communication skills.
Good Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.
Experience monitoring costs, processing invoices and maintaining operational records.
An understanding of environmental compliance, hazardous waste and health & safety.
A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.
A full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.
Experience with weighbridge systems, waste management software or operational management systems would be advantageous.
Relevant backgrounds may include: Waste Management Administrator, Recycling Administrator, Waste Operations Coordinator, Operations Administrator, Senior Administrator, Operations Supervisor, Site Supervisor, Office Manager, Logistics Administrator or Compliance Administrator.