Job Description

Waste Project Manager

Drive Impact. Deliver Change. Reduce Waste.

We're looking for a driven and pragmatic Project Manager to lead high-impact waste reduction and valorisation projects across our client's UK manufacturing sites. This is a unique opportunity to turn innovative ideas into real business value - targeting 1m in annual savings while supporting sustainability goals.

• Huddersfield or Grangemouth (travel between sites required)
• 12-month agency contract
• 36.50 per hour

What you'll be doing

You will own projects end-to-end, moving from idea through to delivery - whilst building strong relationships across the business.

• Lead multiple waste reduction and recovery projects across two UK sites
• Develop and deliver robust business cases (CAPEX, OPEX, and no-cost solutions)
• Reduce waste volume and cost, or unlock value from materials
• Engage and align stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, HSEQ, Finance, and external partners
• Track performance through clear KPIs, reporting, and financial savings
• Identify risks and drive practical mitigation actions
• Analyse processes, map workflows, and recommend sustainable technical solutions
• Capture and share best practices across sites

What we're looking for

Skills & capabilities

• Strong delivery mindset - gets things done quickly and effectively
• Ability to influence without authority and bring teams together
• Excellent communication - can simplify complex technical topics
• Confident managing conflict, ambiguity, and multiple priorities

Experience & knowledge

• Degree in a relevant technical discipline
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments (chemicals preferred)
• Proven success delivering continuous improvement initiatives
• Background in managing capital or operational projects in regulated settings
• Solid understanding of waste processes and production systems

What success looks like

• Projects delivered on time, in scope, and within budget
• Measurable progress toward 1m annual savings target
• Strong stakeholder engagement with no stalled projects

Additional information

• Travel required between Huddersfield and Grangemouth expenses paid.

Why join?

This role offers the chance to make a visible impact on cost, sustainability, and operational performance, working across sites and functions to deliver meaningful change.

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