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Regional Business Manager – Lead, Innovate, and Drive Success! Salary: Circa £70k + 20% bonus, car/car allowance, medical cover, pension Location: Birmingham & Wolverhampton Are you a natural leader with a proven track record in Logistics, Transport, or Waste Management?Do you thrive on delivering operational excellence and have a keen sense of business acumen? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Role: As the Regional Business Manager, you’ll lead and inspire teams across two key locations, driving business growth and operational success. You'll be instrumental in shaping and executing commercial strategies to ensure profitability, world-class customer service, and compliance with all legal standards. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading a dynamic team of Business Managers, Operations Managers, Service Delivery Coordinators and Drivers., • Driving business development, operational excellence, and superior service delivery across a diverse customer portfolio., • Achieving key customer success metrics, including first-time collection rates and recovery collections., • Maximising profitability while maintaining top-tier operational performance and safety standards., • Transform ways of working, processes and the culture of the team About You: We’re seeking a visionary leader who can transform strategies into action and inspire teams to perform at their best. You should have: • A strong background in business acumen and operational management., • Experience of leading and driving transformation and change,, • Strategic thinking with a creative, solution-focused approach to implementing and embedding business strategies., • A passion for leading high-performing teams., • Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (or equivalent experience)., • Transport Manager CPC (desirable). Our client is a leader in the waste management industry, offering an outstanding package to support your success: • 20% performance-based annual bonus, • 25 days of annual leave, • Private medical cover, • Choice of company car or car allowance, • Enhanced company pension scheme, • Continuous training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential Be part of a company that champions innovation, professional growth, and operational excellence in the waste management sector.

Role: Water & Waste Water Consultants (Ref: 195904) Location: West Midlands Salary: DOE with Full benefits package (£60,000 - £90,000) Overview: Are you a Water Industry expert looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a couple of key specialists to join our growing team supporting major utilities, infrastructure programmes, and digital transformation initiatives across the UK water sector. These roles offer the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects, from operational optimisation and asset strategy to smart network implementation and regulatory programmes. You will bring strong domain expertise in water or wastewater operations, transformation, or programme delivery, and work closely with clients to provide strategic advice, technical insight, and delivery support. The ideal candidates will be comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders while also contributing hands-on expertise to complex operational and transformation projects. Please contact for more information. Key Responsibilities • Provide subject matter expertise across water and/or wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems., • Support utility clients and infrastructure programmes with advisory, strategy, and delivery services., • Contribute to projects involving network optimisation, leakage reduction, energy efficiency, and asset performance improvement., • Support the development and delivery of smart water network initiatives, including digital metering, telemetry, data integration, and real-time network monitoring., • Provide input into AMP programmes, regulatory frameworks, and investment planning., • Lead or contribute to process optimisation, operational efficiency reviews, and performance improvement initiatives., • Work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technology-enabled transformation programmes, including analytics, IoT, and digital twin applications., • Engage with client stakeholders, presenting findings, insights, and recommendations at both technical and leadership levels., • Contribute to business development activities, proposals, and thought leadership within the water sector. Potential Role Backgrounds We welcome candidates with experience in a variety of roles across the water sector, including: • Network Engineers or Distribution Specialists, • Operations Managers within water utilities, • Asset Management specialists, • Smart Network / Smart Metering programme leads, • Leakage or Network Optimisation specialists, • Digital Water / Smart Infrastructure consultants, • Programme or Transformation Managers within utilities, • Regulatory or Strategy specialists with water sector expertise, • Head of Water or Waste water etc Key Experience • Strong experience within the UK water sector, either within a utility, consultancy, or technology provider., • Expertise in water or wastewater treatment processes, network operations, or infrastructure asset management., • Consultancy experience, • Experience supporting AMP investment programmes, regulatory frameworks (e.g., Ofwat), or large infrastructure initiatives., • Exposure to smart water networks, including digital metering, telemetry/SCADA, IoT sensors, analytics platforms, or integrated control systems., • Understanding of data-driven network optimisation and operational decision support tools., • Experience delivering client-facing advisory or consultancy engagements is highly desirable., • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable Experience • Experience with smart network technologies, including IoT sensors, advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), or predictive analytics., • Knowledge of digital twins, AI/ML applications in network monitoring, or asset performance platforms., • Experience supporting capital delivery programmes or infrastructure transformation projects., • Familiarity with sustainability, energy efficiency, and net zero initiatives within water utilities.

About the Role We are seeking a high-calibre Despatch Planner with strong planning skills, excellent communication, and confidence using business systems. Based at our Birmingham (Smethwick) site—one of our key operational hubs—you will join us during an exciting period of operational modernisation following the implementation of a new scanning system. You will be responsible for planning, monitoring, and reviewing the daily production schedule and UK-wide transport plan, working closely with the Despatch Team Leader and wider teams to ensure departmental targets are met. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role requiring strong organisation and problem-solving skills. You will help deliver world-class customer service through efficient scheduling, accurate documentation, and smooth goods flow on and off site. You will also contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing changes that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve on-time, in-full (OTIF) performance. Key Responsibilities: (included but not limited) Daily Planning & Scheduling * Plan daily vehicle schedules, ensuring all lorries are allocated for the following day across UK-wide delivery and collection points. * Manage and allocate vehicle types up to 44T HGV’s. * Assess capacity and plan loads to ensure routes are optimised and cost e...

• HGV Class 2 Driver, • Dust Cart Work for Local Council, • Tunbridge Wells, • £19.05 to £21.29 per hour, • Attractive Benefits Package, • Monday to Friday plus some Weekends, • 6:30 am start, • 8 to 10 hours per shift guaranteed, • You will be expected to assist loaders with bin collections, • Hi-Viz and safety clothing provided, • This role is temporary for an ongoing period. We are seeking reliable and skilled HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our busy commercial and residential waste management team located in Tunbridge Wells. The ideal candidates will have experience in commercial driving, particularly with Dust Cart vehicles Responsibilities • Safely operate dust cart vehicles to collect and transport waste to designated locations., • Ensure timely collection and delivery of waste while adhering to all traffic laws and company policies., • Communicate and assist loaders to effectively coordinate the collection and loading of waste, • Conduct routine inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition and report any mechanical issues promptly., • Maintain accurate records of collections, including mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery confirmations., • Valid HGV Class 2 driving licence with a clean driving record - no more than 6 points and no major endorsements. JBRP1_UKTJ

As a Ground Maintenance Operative, you will be: Grass cutting and collection Removal and disposal of green waste Hedge and bush reduction and shaping Strimming Weed management Shrub maintenance, pruning and planting Litter pickingTo be successful as a Ground Maintenance Operative, you will have:

Job Category: Waste & RecyclingRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Hybrid working - Waste Collection Depot, Portsmouth (2 days minimum requirement) and home-basedWorking Hours: 37 Location: Waste Collection Depot, Portsmouth. Role is hybrid between office-based/travel to off-site across the city and working from home. Minimum requirement of two days per week in the office. Fixed Term Contract/Secondment for 12 months Your new role We have a brilliant opportunity for a Waste Management Project Officer to join the Waste Management Team within Neighbourhood Services of the Housing, Neighbourhood & Building Services (HNB) Directorate. The Waste Management Team work to 'enable recycling and remove waste on collection day'. As a service, we take pride in our work by valuing others, focusing on what is important so that we make a real and positive difference. The service is preparing the city and residents for a new recycling collection system, aiming to ensure we can recycle more materials in line with 'Simpler Recycling' and the Environment Act 2021. With Portsmouth being such a densely populated city, there will be challenges accommodating the needs of those residents living in communal properties as well as those living in properties with limited space. The role will have responsibility for preparing residents, businesses and landlords/managing agents for a new recycling collection system to comply with the Environment Act 2021. You will manage and lead stakeholder engagement with landlords/managing agents, businesses and residents to inform and assist them in improving waste management in readiness for twin-stream recycling. This will entail site meetings, email and telephone correspondence to those stakeholders. Please see the full job profile attached at the bottom of this page for all details of what the role will involve! Who is the person? You need to: • Have relevant experience of working in waste management operations, ideally from a collections perspective, including understanding relevant waste legislation and regulations, • Have experience managing your own workload, • Hold a full driving licence, • Experience of using Microsoft office applications and using data to improve services, • Have a good understanding of the types of waste management issues that can hinder an efficient service and act to resolve or escalate when necessary, • Experience of problem solving and demonstrate how you sought solutions, • Be a good communicator, and be able to give clear guidance and information to a range of stakeholders, • Have good local geographical knowledge, • Be able to self-manage and have good planning skills, • Have a good understanding of Health and Safety legislation in relation to waste collections and adhering to safe systems of work, • Have an understanding of waste collections within Portsmouth i.e. types of waste collected, contamination, non-domestic waste, and carrying out collections in line with the Council's Waste Collection Policy Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Additional Information If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please call or email Our recruitment process Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: ___ You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at ___ If applying as a secondment you will need permission from your current line manager releasing you for this secondment. Please state you have this on your personal statement on the application. You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: ___ All employees at the Waste Depot are subject to the Substance Misuse Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy and reserves the right to carry out with cause and random testing. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

Paid at 150% after 45 hours per week.Typical finish: Around 3:00 PM (depending on workload and route completion).We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking.This role involves the collection of household and commercial waste across designated routes, ensuring a timely, efficient, and safe se

The role of a LGV Driver you will be responsible for collecting and emptying food waste wheelie bins on a multi-collection basis.

A municipal agency in Birmingham is looking for a Refuse Truck Driver to operate refuse trucks for waste collection. Ideal candidates will have a Class B commercial driver's license and experience in managing refuse collection routes while ensuring operational safety. Responsibilities include overse

A driver position at Safetykleen involves waste collection, customer service, and identifying new business opportunities.

Sales Development Executive (Telesales) Full-Time | Permanent | Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission Start a Sales Career in a Growing, Essential Industry Looking for a role where you can earn commission, build confidence, and be part of something that actually matters? At Panda, we help businesses across the UK manage their waste and recycling responsibly. We’re growing fast and we’re looking for confident, motivated people to join our telesales team. You don’t need previous sales experience. If you’re positive, comfortable on the phone, and willing to learn, we’ll give you the training and support to succeed. What You’ll Be Doing Speaking to UK businesses over the phone Introducing Panda’s waste and recycling services Identifying customer needs and matching them to the right solutions Booking appointments and closing sales opportunities Updating customer details on our CRM system Working towards achievable daily and weekly targetsThis is a fast-paced, phone-based role that suits people who enjoy talking to others and working towards clear goals. Full Training & Support Provided We believe great salespeople are developed, not just hired. You’ll receive: A structured onboarding programme Training on our services, systems and call approach Ongoing coaching, feedback and support A clear path to becoming a confident, successful telesales professionalWhat We’re Looking For Confident and professional phone manner Strong communication and listening skills Positive attitude and willingness to learn Comfortable working in a target-driven environment Previous sales or customer service experience is helpful, but not essential.What You’ll Get Basic salary with uncapped commission Monday–Friday working hours (no weekends) Supportive team environment with regular coaching Incentives, recognition and performance rewards Opportunity to build a long-term career with Panda We are Panda. We value waste. We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste. Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve. At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together. We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward. We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make. And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing. Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact. Take the first step and join us on the journey. Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve. (DE&I Policy Statement)

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A waste management company in the UK seeks a responsible driver for waste collection vehicles.

This role involves the collection and delivery of clinical waste, requiring a full clean driving license and effective communication skills. A local authority in the UK is seeking individuals to join their waste management team.

A leading logistics company in Greater London is seeking HGV Class 2 drivers for a permanent position driving waste collection vehicles.

Drive the Recycling Vehicles for the collection of recyclable and domestic waste. The Hills Group of companies manages and recycles waste, produces essential construction materials through quarrying and ready mixed concrete, and builds award-winning homes in sought after locations. Whether extractin

A leading waste management company in Greater London seeks Waste Collection Operatives to join their team. In this hands-on role, you will complete daily waste collection calls across various community sites, ensuring reliable service and providing a critical public utility.

A leading waste management company in Fleetwood is seeking a skilled HGV driver for waste collection and recycling services.

Responsibilities include collecting waste and delivering bins, along with safe driving and daily vehicle checks.

A local council service provider is seeking a reliable Refuse Driver to join their Waste teams. This role involves safely operating a refuse vehicle and collecting waste for the community.

A leading waste management firm in East London is looking for drivers for collecting commercial waste.

HGV Class 1 Driver Dartford £35000 - £40000 p/a .We are Road Runner Trucking Ltd.Established in 2020, we have built our successful business by providing an excellent middle-mile service to big brand names.As their businesses grow, so does ours.We pride ourselves on being Fast, efficient, and hon

Salary Basic from £41,600 - £45000 inc night out allowance.Are you interested in HGV Class 1 Tramper driving in a company that offers high quality trucks (.TZ Logistics Ltd in London are looking at rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers.We are looking for Drivers who are

Clarkson Evans is the largest electrical and solar installer working in the new build housing sector, wiring over 24,000 homes a year.Established over 40 years ago, we now employ more than 850 staff across the UK and we work with the country s major house builders.Learn more about the general tasks

Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.Monday Friday start times vary between 12:00 16:00.Join our team and start earning top rates in.

Class 1 Driver West Bromwich, B71 £17.Were currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 Driver to work with a well-established logistics company based in West Bromwich (B71).This is a great opportunity for ongoing, full-time work delivering palletised goods.Key Responsibilities of the Cla

Ctrg is one of the UK's leading labour providers supplying full UK coverage solutions to a wide variety of clients for both FTE and Ad Hoc driving roles.We are currently looking for HGV Class 1 Trampers to work full time for one of our clients in Birchwood, Warrington.Trunking work - Ongoing Trampin

HGV Class 2 Driver – Southam, Warwickshire.People Solutions are currently recruiting for an.This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities for growth and progression.Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly befo

About the Role We are currently recruiting for 4 experienced Class 2 HIAB Driver (Remote Grab) to carry out temporary work for our clients in and around Birmingham , delivering building materials to a range of customers.The successful candidate will be responsible for completing deliveries safely, e

Tonne Van Driver Make a Real Difference! Are you ready to drive change and help a leading UK charity make an impact? Were looking for a motivated 3.This isnt just a driving job its a chance to support communities, deliver hope, and be part of something bigger.Every mile you drive helps us raise vi

HGV Class 1 Driver – Solihull, West Midlands.People Solutions are currently recruiting for an.This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well-known supplier of household goods, with plenty of ongoing work available.Monday to Friday – start times between 03:00 and 06:00.Make sure to apply with

Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.Ongoing | Temp to Perm for the right candidate.Manual handling and handball involved on all routes using pump truck.Experience in using a tail lift vehicles (essential).

Grafters Recruit are recruiting for several class 1 container drivers in the Cannock and Birmingham areas,.You will be delivering containers to various Docs across the UK.Between 04:00 - 08:00 AM Starts on Days.You will need to complete short assessment before you start.

Shifts: Monday to Friday (06:00 - 15:00) Contract: Temp to Perm (after 12 weeks) Driver Type: Class 2 (Dustcart) Experience: 3 monthscommercial driving experience - essential Fifth Wheel Recruitment are looking for Class 2 Drivers in Norwich to work with our client, whoprovide all types of busines

We are currently recruiting for a Class 2 (HGV) Dray Driver on behalf of our client based in Bedford.This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering a structured training and onboarding process, leading to a long-term position for the right candidate.Role & Responsibilities: Deliver kegs of beer and spi

We are looking for a CLASS 1 DAY driver to work from a large logistics company who's depot is based in b37 (by Elmdom) Will be doing various runs which will involve collections and deliveries at various sites around the midlands and surrounding areas.

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E) Location: Wirral Pay Rate: £18.Shift Start time : Between 03:00 11:00 Driver Type: Class 1 (C+E) Experience: 12 months commercial driving Red Recruitment are looking for reliable, experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our teamin Walsall to work with our inter

Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.Are you an experienced Class 1 Driver? Fancy working for one of the UKs leading logistics companies as voted for by Glassdoor? Would you like to have weekends and Christmas

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in the Norwich area.We are looking for several dedicated multi-drop van drivers to join the team.Shifts:7th - 9th AprilHours:Tuesday 10am Start, Wednesday and Thursday 9am Start)Pay Rate:£12

Salary:Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsWarehouse Operative - Portadown - BassettsSo, who are we? We are Bassetts, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland.We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everyth

Find your crowd, come be part of the Ocado Logistics Dordon family.Here at Ocado Logistics in Dordon its all go.Go for friendly, welcoming teams.Go for a great work/life balance.And go when you join us as a Warehouse Freezer Operative, where youll be at the heart of everything we do.As a Freezer War

Join Ocado Logistics as a Freezer Warehouse Operative!Find your crowd, be part of the Ocado Logistics Bristol family.Here at Ocado Logistics in Bristol, its all go.Go for friendly, welcoming teams.Go for a great work/life balance.And go when you join us as a Warehouse Freezer Operative, where youll

Job DescriptionAnnual Salary £32,617, plus a great range of benefitsMonday - Friday 1 in 3 SaturdaysStart times vary between 05:00AM - 07:00AM, 1 week of afternoons shift patterns a month45 hours PWTamworthWhen you join Brakes,youllbecome part of a top UK food business.Youllalso become part of Sysc

Why join our night team? Work in a state-of-the-art warehouse using cutting-edge robotics while earning enhanced night pay.Our night shifts are perfect for people who are seeking the night-shift lifestyle, enhanced pay while still playing a vital part in keeping thousands of orders moving every day.

Pick a career packed with opportunities.Join Ocado Logistics today!As a Warehouse Operative for Ocado Logistics, you are at the heart of preparing orders for customers.Join our warehouse in Bicester where you'll be working in a state-of-the-art facility preparing orders for customers.We have a varie