Site Operations -Team Leader

Site Operations -Team Leader

Application Deadline: 25 September 2026

Department: Site Operations

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Tilbury 1

Description

We're looking for a proactive and safety-conscious Team Leader to oversee the safe and efficient operation of our processing site. Working on a 24/7 shift pattern, you'll lead a team of operatives, ensuring daily targets are met while maintaining high standards in health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Working Pattern: 4on 4off Days/Nights

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate your team to achieve daily KPIs
• Ensure safe operation of plant and equipment across the site
• Communicate clearly and effectively with operatives to ensure task understanding
• Enforce health and safety procedures, report incidents, and take corrective action
• Manage contractors on site and issue permits to work (training provided)
• Oversee environmental and quality procedures
• Support traffic management and site coordination

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Self-motivated with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Flexible and adaptable approach

Desirable:

• Previous experience in the waste management industry

Benefits

We have a wide variety of additional benefits including but not exclusively:

• Health Cash Plan for medical expenses
• Virtual GP
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
• High Street discounts & Referral Scheme
• Driver Representatives & Employee forum
• Career progression & personal development opportunities
• Employee Referral Scheme up to £150

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Seras reserves the right to withdraw this advert following sufficient applications.