Supervisor – Household Waste and Recycling Centres and Waste Transfer Stations

4 days ago

North Somerset BS, United Kingdom North Somerset Environment Company Full time £32,000 - £48,000 per year

‍ Job Ref: SHWT1024

Salary: £40,000 per annum + Van for commuting and business

Contract: Permanent

Location: Based at NSEC Depots, North Somerset

Hours: Shift bases 6 days on 3 days off

North Somerset Environment Company Ltd. (NSEC) works in partnership with North Somerset Council and delivers the following services:

  • Collecting recycling and waste from over 100,000 homes and commercial businesses across North Somerset and the wider area
  • Managing Household Waste Recycling Centres at Backwell, Portishead and Weston along with two Waste Transfer Stations in Weston.
  • Maintaining 1,100km of North Somerset highways including surface repairs, winter maintenance, gully management, drainage and kerbing repairs, signage and linemarking, and 24/7 emergency response services.
  • HGV Driver and mobile plant training, vehicle servicing and maintenance, event cleaning and other environmental and highway maintenance specialisms to commercial businesses.

At NSEC, we're more than just a company – we're a community dedicated to making a positive impact right here in North Somerset. Our commitment extends beyond our services; it's at the heart of everything we do, including our approach to employment.

We are currently seeking a professional Supervisor to oversee the operation of our Household Waste and Recycling Centres and Waste Transfer Stations. Reporting to the Senior Supervisor, you will lead the HWRC team.

What you'll be doing:

· The position will involve managing three waste Household Waste Recycling Centres in North Somerset, duties will also include assisting within the Waste Transfer Stations when required. Reporting the Senior Supervisor providing updates through KPI and daily reports.

· Providing support and mentoring to the departments team leaders and staff, identifying new and potential commercial work streams.

· Providing technical support to the recycling team, North Somerset Council and members of the public.

· Deputise for the Senior Supervisor when required.

The ideal candidate will have:

· Current WAMITAB COTC Level 4 Qualified (treatment/transfer) or working towards.

· Full driving licence (clean preferred).

· Class 1 or 2 HGV licence (Working towards Class 1).

· IOSH.

· Forklift, 360 or Loading Shovel certificate

What we're offering:

· Company Pension 3% employer contribution.

· Free Life Policy.

· Cycle to Work Scheme.

· Promotional Opportunities with internal recruitment.

· Upskill to become a professional Driver with our in-house Driver Training Academy.

· Career Development including formal qualifications and vocational certificates.

· Free Parking on site.

· Mental Health: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household.

· Physical Health: local Gym Discount at various sites in North Somerset (including swimming pool access and gym classes).

Email your up-to-date CV to: to apply, or for more information. If you don't have a CV, give us a call on Visit our website at to find out more about the business and our other vacancies .

Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025

#wastemanagement #careers #localjobs #supervisor

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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