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Our Client based in Newbury, who have been established for over 25 years are the leading processor and recycler of WEEE waste in the UK are looking for an Operations Manager on a permanent full time basis due to continuous business growth. Salary & Benefits * Competitive salary - £45,000 - £55,000 DOE * Monday to Friday - 07:00 to 17:00, Saturday - Every other Saturday worked * Free parking * Pension scheme Duties & Responsibilities * Provide strategic leadership across all recycling and waste processing sites * Take full accountability for operational, financial, safety, and environmental performance regardless of if you are scheduled to work on the day (Point of contact). * Lead, mentor, and develop the senior management team - including Supervisors, Managers, and Maintenance teams to deliver company objectives * Monitor incoming and outgoing loads, track processing line performance and recycling rates, compile data, and produce detailed reports * Oversee the management of company infrastructure, transfer stations, and processing equipment Champion Health & Safety: * Establish policies and expectations that promote a safety first culture * Ensure consistent application of H&S procedures across all sites * Review and approve risk assessments, safe systems of work, and training plans Oversee People Management: * Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention activities * Set clear standards for performance and behaviour * Lead on senior-level performance management and disciplinary matters Monitor and Control Budgets: * Oversee site P&L, cost centres, and operational expenditure * Approve spending on equipment, parts, and site maintenance * Identify and deliver cost saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality Ensure Effective Scheduling and Resource Planning: * Oversee weekly staffing schedules and resource allocation * Ensure all sites are adequately staffed to meet operational demand, including cover for holidays and absences * Act as the escalation point for major operational issues, customer concerns, or site emergencies Maintenance Management: * Oversee planned and reactive maintenance for plant, vehicles, and site infrastructure * Ensure asset registers and maintenance documentation remain accurate and up to date Drive Operational Excellence: * Standardise processes and procedures across all locations * Promote best practice and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure Environmental Compliance: * Maintain all permits, records, and duty of care documentation * Ensure staff follow correct waste handling, segregation, and environmental procedures * Produce clear, accurate operational and financial reports for the Managing Director and Finance team Skills & Requirements * WAMITAB Level 4 qualified and holder of a CPC Manager's Certificate * Extensive experience at General Manager or Operations Director level within waste management, recycling, logistics, or heavy industry * Proven leadership of multi‑site operations with large teams * Strong commercial and financial management and full budget responsibility * In‑depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice (NEBOSH or IOSH desirable) * Ability to analyse data and produce accurate reports. * Strong understanding of environmental regulations relevant to the waste sector * Demonstrated success in driving change, improving processes, and delivering measurable results * High level of IT proficiency, including MS Office and SAP * Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders, staff, and regulators * 360 excavator license, HGV license and forklift licence is desirable * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently between sites This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term role within an exciting business. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you! Please call us on (phone number removed) Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Gold status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. 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Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a well-established travel business who offer experiences all over the world. As part of their expansion, they're recruiting a Financial Controller to join their team on a 3 month contract basis. The Role: As Financial Controller, you will be working alongside the Head of Finance, and you'll be responsible for the implementing the businesses finance strategy and you will lead a small team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will balance strategic oversight with operational delivery, strengthening controls, reporting, and systems while supporting sustainable growth. You Will Have: • Proven experience in a senior finance role, or a be a finance manager ready to step into a leadership position, • Full accountancy qualifications (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), • Experience of working for an international business, • Strong background in management accounts, reporting, forecasting and cashflow management, • Hands-on approach with the ability to improve systems, processes and controls, • Experience managing or mentoring a small finance team, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, • A genuine interest in purpose-driven work and making a positive social impact Additional Info: • Salary £60,000, • Hybrid working model (1 day in the office in Berkshire), • 3 month fixed term contract basis, • Excellent benefits package, • Exposure to international operations across the UK and Australia Apply with your CV quoting GTR1819 If you don't hear from us within 7 days, unfortunately your application hasn't been successful this time

To be successful in this role you will be a fully qualified accountant, and an enthusiastic and self-motivated finance professional, who is keen to gain insight, and to pro-actively manage challenging responsibilities. Ability to communicate financial information to finance colleagues. We are recrui

As our Operational Finance Systems Manager, you will:. If you’ve got experience in Operational Finance and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you. Develop

A global food and beverage leader is looking for a Sales Finance Manager based in York, England, to lead a finance team that supports UK sales. This role requires experience in motivating teams and success in commercial finance roles.

With our extensive experience in implementing Finance digital solutions to improve clients Finance processes and business, we assist clients to design a finance function that is powered by machines and new models of talent to maintain the relevance and competitiveness of Finance. Experience in at le

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Sales Finance Manager to lead a Finance team based in our York office. The Sales Finance team supports all UK sales teams and the Order to Cash end‑to‑end process, working closely with Commercial Excellence, Sales Controlling and the Order to Cash Centres of

With our extensive experience in implementing Finance digital solutions to improve clients Finance processes and business, we assist clients to design a finance function that is powered by machines and new models of talent to maintain the relevance and competitiveness of Finance. Experience in at le

A leading law firm in the Greater Bristol Area is seeking a Contract Legal Finance Manager for an initial 3–6 month contract. The role involves overseeing key finance operations, including Accounts Receivable and Payable management. Candidates need legal finance experience, particularly in a manag

Operational Finance Business Partner role at. The Operational Finance Business Partner will provide a high quality analysis service within the operations area of the business ensuring that the COO and directors have timely, accurate and appropriate financial information on which to base business dec

Operational Risk Manager, Commodity Markets and Finance. Our team consists of Operational Risk specialists, who support our business globally on complex trading risks, to ensure that the key operational risks are being effectively managed and monitored. Join our dynamic and growing Commodities and G

Our team consists of Operational Risk specialists, who support our business globally on complex trading risks, to ensure that the key operational risks are being effectively managed and monitored. Operational Risk highly regarded. Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital

Our team consists of Operational Risk specialists, who support our business globally on complex trading risks, to ensure that the key operational risks are being effectively managed and monitored. Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, ma

Assist the Finance Manager in daily and periodic finance data integrity tests by executing reports, handling correspondence with stakeholders and maintaining logs of outstanding problems. Provide ongoing back up to the Finance Manager and the Ops Finance team. Liaise with lending system related quer

A leading consulting firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior Manager to focus on ERP-enabled transformation and transactional finance. The successful candidate will have substantial experience in finance transformation, leading projects, and managing diverse teams. Key qualifications include a fi

A leading international hospitality group in Greater London is seeking an Operational Finance Analyst to ensure financial accuracy, reporting, and insights across hotels in Europe and the US. This role is crucial for coordinating budgeting and management reporting, while also supporting finance team

Operational Finance Reporting Analyst. You’ll work closely with the VP of Finance, Group Financial Controller, hotel finance teams, and private equity partners to deliver accurate reporting, support budgeting and forecasting, and contribute to strategic financial initiatives. A finance professiona

A major airport operator is seeking an Operational Finance Business Partner to deliver high-quality financial analysis, support business performance improvements, and manage forecasts and budgets.

A leading UK building products company is seeking a Senior Accountant for its Operations Finance team.