Operational Supervisor

Due to continued growth and development, J&M Murdoch & Son Ltd are recruiting a Working / Operational Supervisor to join our team at Capellie Waste Station.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, practical and confident individual who enjoys working in a hands-on operational environment and is ready to take additional responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of a busy waste station.

As a family-run business with over 60 years of experience within waste management, recycling and haulage, we take pride in the reputation we have built across the industry. We continue to invest in our fleet, facilities and people, creating long-term opportunities for individuals who want to be part of a professional, hardworking and supportive team.

This is a hands-on supervisory role. You will work alongside the operational team while coordinating employees, monitoring site and plant activity and helping maintain high standards of health, safety, housekeeping and operational efficiency.

Job Role

Working / Operational Supervisor

Location: Capellie Waste Station

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct operators throughout the working day
• Check employee attendance and clocking-in
• Review and coordinate loads entering and leaving the site
• Monitor site operations, including plant, press, crushing and waste areas
• Operate and provide cover on machinery when required and appropriately trained
• Deal with minor plant and equipment breakdowns where competent and escalate larger repairs
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping across the site
• Identify areas for improvement to keep the site safe, organised and efficient
• Support the induction and day-to-day training of new employees
• Provide guidance to operators and escalate concerns where required
• Deal with day-to-day operational calls and emails
• Check and submit employee hours to Accounts weekly
• Complete required ERC and GCC documentation
• Monitor stock levels, including fuel, oil and other operational supplies
• Complete and submit end-of-month stock reports
• Support required monthly water and gas sampling
• Assist with general site, operational and compliance requirements

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a waste, recycling, plant or similar operational environment
• Experience coordinating, supervising or supporting operational teams would be advantageous
• Good understanding of plant and machinery
• Strong awareness of health and safety within an operational environment
• Confident directing and supporting colleagues
• Organised, practical and able to prioritise workloads
• Reliable, responsible and able to lead by example
• Good communication skills with employees and management
• Comfortable completing basic operational records and reports
• Ability to remain hands-on and support operational duties when required

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Company Pension
• Full-time, permanent employment
• Ongoing support, training and development
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing family business
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing operation

Working Pattern

• Full-time role
• Based at Capellie Waste Station
• Working pattern and hours to be confirmed as part of the recruitment process

If you are an experienced operational professional looking to take the next step into a hands-on supervisory role within a well-established and growing business, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV to: [email protected]

Pay: £16.50-£18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Supervising: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person