Waste Services Manager
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £54,934 to £56,760 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 March 2026 |
| Location: | Skelmersdale, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | West Lancashire Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HR-0036-26 |
Summary
Make a measurable impact. Lead a service that every resident relies on.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, forward‑thinking Waste Services Manager to become the Council’s lead waste expert and drive both the strategic direction and day‑to‑day operations of our statutory waste collection service.
This is an exciting time to join us as we roll out new refuse and recycling collections—including food waste—and continue to modernise our services. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of waste and recycling, championing innovation and continuous improvement to deliver a high‑performing, efficient and value‑for‑money service that meets all legislative requirements.
As an experienced operational manager, you’ll bring:
- A relevant environmental degree or equivalent professional experience
- Strong, current knowledge of waste management legislation and statutory responsibilities
- Proven success delivering high-performing services in a fast‑paced, pressured environment
- The ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills, with confidence producing clear reports and information for a range of audiences
If you’re motivated, collaborative and passionate about delivering services that make a real difference to our communities, we’d love to hear from you.
What's in it for you?
We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.
If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, forward‑thinking Waste Services Manager to become the Council’s lead waste expert and drive both the strategic direction and day‑to‑day operations of our statutory waste collection service.
This is an exciting time to join us as we roll out new refuse and recycling collections—including food waste—and continue to modernise our services. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of waste and recycling, championing innovation and continuous improvement to deliver a high‑performing, efficient and value‑for‑money service that meets all legislative requirements.
As an experienced operational manager, you’ll bring:
- A relevant environmental degree or equivalent professional experience
- Strong, current knowledge of waste management legislation and statutory responsibilities
- Proven success delivering high-performing services in a fast‑paced, pressured environment
- The ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills, with confidence producing clear reports and information for a range of audiences
If you’re motivated, collaborative and passionate about delivering services that make a real difference to our communities, we’d love to hear from you.
What's in it for you?
We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.
If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.