Waste Collection Services Manager at Ards and North Down Borough Council

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Waste Collection Services Manager

Job ref: ST 12932 | Job type: Permanent
Location: North Road Depot, Newtownards | Salary: PO6, SCP 41 - 44, £52,413 - £55,611 per annum
Quantity of Posts Available: 1

Closing date:Thursday 04 Jun 2026 16:00

Job summary

As Waste Collection Services Manager, you will lead and develop the Councils waste collection services across the Borough, ensuring safe, efficient and customer-focused delivery for households, businesses, recycling and bulky waste collections. You will play a key role in driving service performance, leading continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with statutory and Council requirements, while managing people, budgets, resources and operational infrastructure to support wider corporate and directorate objectives.
Please note

• This is a permanent, full time post, working 36 hours per week.
• The working hours are Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm
• Applicants should refer to the candidate guidance before completing their application.
• All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form.
• Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person specification provides information on the qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills required to carry out the duties of the post.

The essential criteria will be used for shortlisting and as part of the selection process.

ESSENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area.

Or

3 years relevant experience as outlined below.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two years relevant management experience within waste and environmental service delivery, demonstrating responsibility for one or more of the following service areas:
• Management of waste collection infrastructure
• Delivery and performance management of kerbside household waste and recycling collection services
• Delivery and performance management of commercial waste and recycling collection services
• Management of in-house waste collection operations
• Oversight of a Special Collections (bulky items) service
• A proven ability to develop and lead a continuous improvement culture, ensuring the achievement of KPIs, corporate objectives and service-specific targets.
• Experience of working collaboratively with peers and a range of internal and external stakeholders to support effective service delivery.
• A demonstrable track record of delivering consistent, high-quality, customer-focused services, with a focus on service standards and continuous improvement.

KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to manage a team effectively.
• Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting work demands.
• Financial management.
• Project management/ business improvement processes.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft applications.

DESIRABLE

QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional relevant professional qualifications

EXPERIENCE

• At least two years relevant management experience within a local authority or comparable operational environment
• Experience of the utilisation of in-cab digital technologies.
• Experience of collaboration with elected members and union members

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Access to a form of transport to fulfil the duties of the post.

Benefits

Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include:

• 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service.
• Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 15.5% of salary).
• Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Flexi time / Time Off in Lieu (TOIL).
• Education / qualifications support after qualifying period.
• Plus much more

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Job Info:

• Company: Ards and North Down Borough Council
• Position: Waste Collection Services Manager
• Work Location: Newtownards
• Country: GB

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