InstaStaff are currently recruiting for an Interim Operations Manager to join a Waste Management company based in Milton Keynes.You must hold either WAMITAB Level 4, WAMITAB Level 3 or WAMITAB Level 2, and have strong hands-on Managerial experienceOur client is seeking an experienced Interim Operations Manager to provide short-term leadership cover across the Mechanical Treatment and Anaerobic Digestion facilities This role is critical to maintaining safe, compliant and high-performing operations during a transition period. As such, this opportunity is suited to someone who can hit the ground running, quickly understand the site, and provide confident, steady leadership in a complex, regulated environment. You will take immediate ownership of day-to-day operations, ensuring performance, safety and compliance standards are maintained without disruption. The duties of the Interim Operations Manager will include:
Provide immediate operational leadership across the MT and AD plants, ensuring safe and efficient performance from day oneMaintain plant availability, through output and compliance in line with KPIs, permits and contractual requirementsLead and support operational teams, reinforcing a strong safety-first cultureEnsure continued adherence to company policies, procedures and the Integrated Management System (IMS)Manage operational resourcing, shift cover and short-term priorities to maintain continuityOversee incident, near-miss and non-conformance reporting, working closely with HSEQ and site leadershipProvide clear, accurate operational reporting to senior management and stakeholdersSupport audits, inspections and regulator engagement as requiredPlay a key role during outages, maintenance coordination or operational issues, providing hands-on support and decision-making
The ideal Interim Operations Manager will have:
Experience within a similar roleHands on Managerial experienceWAMITAB Level 4WAMITAB 2/3 would be considered if you have strong hands-on experienceSignificant experience operating at management level within a regulated, process-based environment (e.g. AD, EfW, waste treatment, utilities or similar)A strong waste background, you need to know the industry and be able to hit the ground running.Proven ability to take ownership of site operations with minimal onboardingStrong track record of managing day-to-day operations in complex industrial environmentsDemonstrable experience delivering performance against KPIsConfident leading teams through periods of change, pressure or reduced stabilityWorking knowledge of SCADA, CMMS and operational reporting systemsSolid understanding of health & safety, environmental compliance and permit conditions
This role will initially be for 2 months, could extend up to 3 - 6 monthsThe Salary for the role is circa £55,000 per annum
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