SRG

Transfer Station Manager

Colchester CO4 9WP

Key information

Pay
£45,000 to £55,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
24 Oct 2026
Closing date
23 Nov 2026

About this role

Title

Transfer Station Manager

Location

Suffolk

Term

Permanent

Benefits

Company pension scheme, enhanced sick pay, cycle to work, PPE provided, and company discounts at retailers.

SRG are working with a leading waste management and recycling company who have a long and very successful history of supporting the UK chemical industry. They are now looking for a Transfer Station Manager to join the team. This is a hands-on role within the waste industry, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the site, leading the team and driving improvements across safety, performance and efficiency

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead the day-to-day running of the transfer station.
  • Maintain high standards across safety, environmental compliance and site operations.
  • Manage, coach and develop the site team.
  • Monitor KPIs and improve productivity, service and cost control.
  • Take responsibility for site budgets and financial performance.
  • Identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams.

What we're looking for

  • COTC and IOSH qualifications.
  • Experience managing a transfer station, waste facility or similar operational environment.
  • Strong leadership and commercial skills, ideally with P&L, transport or logistics experience.

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Full right to work in the UK there is no sponsorship available for this role

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

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