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Operations Supervisor - Streets

BiffaManchester, England, United Kingdom
On-site Full-time
Position filled

Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

Full, valid UK driving licence (able to drive vehicles up to 3.5T). Demonstrated experience supervising teams within operations, waste management, logistics, or a related field.

About the role

Biffa is looking for an Operations Supervisor - Streets to join the team at Hammerstone Road in Manchester. This full-time position (Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week) centers on leading street cleansing and waste management services. The role helps maintain clean, safe, and sustainable communities by ensuring high service standards, safety, and compliance with regulations.

Main responsibilities

  • Daily coordination: Organise crew assignments, and allocate vehicles, equipment, and materials to meet operational needs.
  • Resource scheduling: Manage staffing levels and maintain schedules for vehicles and equipment to support smooth operations.
  • Team leadership: Oversee inductions, attendance, and team performance. Provide coaching and support in line with company policies.
  • Compliance and reporting: Ensure reports, timesheets, and schedules are accurately completed, and uphold all contractual and company standards.
  • Health and safety: Promote a strong safety culture, enforce safety procedures, and respond promptly to unsafe practices or incidents.
  • Client engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with Local Authorities and partners. Represent Biffa professionally in meetings.
  • Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, support business goals, and complete required training.

Requirements

  • Full, valid UK driving licence (able to drive vehicles up to 3.5T).
  • Experience supervising teams in operations, waste management, logistics, or a related field.

Benefits

  • Career development, training, and coaching.
  • Generous pension scheme.
  • Medical and dental insurance.
  • Retail and leisure discounts.
  • Holiday and travel discounts.
  • Bike to work scheme.

Biffa employs over 11,500 people across the UK, delivering waste management and recycling services. The company focuses on turning waste into sustainable energy, developing new recycling solutions, and keeping streets clean. Each day offers a chance to make a positive impact for millions of people.

About Biffa

Biffa is a leading waste management company in the UK, dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions for waste disposal and recycling. Our mission is to transform the way people think about waste, ensuring that our operations contribute positively to the environment and society.

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