Assistant Operations Manager

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

Viridor is at the forefront of waste management and resource recovery in the UK, operating the largest network of Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs). We play a crucial role in supporting the UK’s climate goals by diverting waste from landfills and transforming it into valuable energy resources. 

eam working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work if required.

     The salary for this role will be competitive per year, and participation in an annual bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

     The closing date for applications is 31st August 2025. We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will provide operational leadership to the team at Runcorn, with line management responsibility for Shift Team Leaders and  other members of site staff.  Working in conjunction with the site leadership team comprising of the EHS Manager and the Engineering Manager, you will drive safety, compliance, staff engagement and best in class performance.

Through constant review, you’ll ensure that a cost-effective and high-quality service is consistently carried out across site, identifying opportunities for business improvement and monitoring site KPI’s.

As a strong and motivational leader, you’ll manage and develop all ERF employees in order to maximise their potential to themselves and the business.

Our ideal Operations Manager will have: 

• Extensive people management experience within a large department/region at senior level.
• Practical experience in the implementation of a corporate management system.
• Extensive and proven knowledge of the waste/energy recovery industries.
• Proven motivator with strong leadership skills.
• Educated to at least ONC/HNC/HND level in a relevant technical discipline.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Knowledge of ERF, power or related operations is highly desirable but not essential.