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Head of Operations - WEEE Recycling


Company : Aspion Search


Location : Leeds, England


Created : 2025-07-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Aspion Search Metals Recruiter ️ Search & Selection SpecialistsExperts in Unbiased RecruitmentIncrease Employee RetentionReduce Cost of HireCall…Head of Operations – WEEE Recycling Salary: Dependent on experience + Company Car or Car Allowance Benefits: 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), private medical insurance, company phone & laptop Are you an experienced operations professional with a background in WEEE recycling or general recycling looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a strong understanding of compliance, and a passion for driving efficiency and profitability? If so, we want to hear from you! We're recruiting on behalf of a growing recycling business for a Head of Operations to oversee the smooth day-to-day running of their facility in West Yorkshire. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by driving results. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the day-to-day running of the site is efficient, well-organised, and compliant. Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements to increase profitability. Lead daily morning briefings, assign duties and monitor workloads. Liaise with the Head of Compliance to ensure all H&S and hazardous waste checks are carried out. Monitor WEEE waste flow to ensure triage bays remain clear and KPIs are met. Perform daily product weighing (morning & evening) to prevent loss or discrepancies. Manage stock control, incoming/outgoing orders, and scheduling. Provide daily updates to the Managing Director via phone or in person. Act as a keyholder and be responsible for site security and compliance awareness. Requirements: Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar operational role, ideally within: WEEE waste recycling General recycling or shredding (particularly metals) Hand-dismantling operations Basic knowledge of WEEE compliance and hazardous waste procedures. Strong leadership qualities — open to experienced Supervisors or Team Leaders ready to step up. Proven ability to drive cost-efficiency, streamline operations, and increase profit margins. A positive, proactive attitude with strong communication and organisational skills. To Contact Direct: Senior Executive Consultant 0151 209 2050 At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data – These can be viewed on our website. Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Other Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aspion Search by 2x Get notified about new Head of Operations jobs inWest Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom . Leeds, England, United Kingdom 18 hours ago Shipley, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Head of UK & Ireland HVDC Operation and MaintenanceLeeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Head of Service – Adult Social Care OperationsWest Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Bradford, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Micklefield, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago General Manager - Crew Systems SolutionsHead of Leadership and Management Capability AcademyLeeds, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Operational Resilience Framework Senior ManagerAssociate Director - Pension Administration OperationsLeeds, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago Leeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Pontefract, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago Leeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Gildersome, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Leeds, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Yeadon, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Wakefield, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Leeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr