Operations Team Leader

1 day ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Viridor Waste Limited Full time

Our Vision is to be the UK's leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.

Are you someone who lives and breathes high performance, leads with ambition, and would like to be part of an organisation that looks after tomorrow?  Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us achieve this.

Join us, as we rise to the challenge and build a world where nothing goes to waste

We have an opportunity in Bargeddie for an Operations Team Leader to join our team, working 40 hours per week, 4 days on 4 days off shift pattern.

The salary for this role will be £37,815 per year, inclusive of shift allowance and participation in an annual bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

The closing date for applications is 31st January 2026. We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.


We are looking for a safety-focused Operations Team Leader to operate our fixed plant SCADA system, coordinate shift activities, and support the smooth running of our recycling facility. You will lead by example on safety, support production targets, and deputise for the Operations Production Supervisor when required. 



Key Responsibilities

Operate SCADA safely and efficiently to meet production plans and KPIs. 



Coordinate shift resources and prioritise tasks. 



Lead/attend meetings in the absence of the OPS. 



Champion safety practices and ensure compliance with all procedures (including LOTOTO and TMS). 



Complete daily checks, defect reports and production records. 



Support recycling activities (picking, baling, housekeeping). 



Operate and maintain accurate weighbridge processes. 



Carry out multi-skilled duties such as first aid, fire marshalling and pest control (training provided). 



Skills & Experience 



Essential: 



SCADA operation in a continuous production environment. 



Team leader experience. 



Strong communication and attention to detail. 



Skilled fixed plant operator. 



IOSH qualification and a UK Driving Licence. 



Desirable: 



Recycling industry experience. 



IT skills and mobile plant operation (shovel, grab, FLT). 

To view the profile, which outlines the person specification and list of responsibilities in full, please click here 

How to apply

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We are a Great Place to Work

There has never been a more exciting time to join Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio.

What we can offer you

We invest in our people to reward them for their hard work, and we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join - take a look at our Rewards and Benefits

As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

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