Transfer Station Manager – Irlam Transfer Station
A quick look at the role
We’re looking for an experienced Transfer Station Manager to lead our Manchester operation, ensuring the site is safe, compliant, efficient and delivering excellent service to our customers.
You’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day performance of the site, leading and developing your team while driving improvements in productivity, service and profitability.
With responsibility for the full site P&L, you’ll work closely with regional management to deliver business objectives, identify opportunities for growth and ensure the operation continues to perform at its best.
Why it’s an opportunity not to be wasted
- Lead a safe and compliant operation, ensuring health & safety, environmental and company standards are consistently achieved.
- Manage site performance against agreed KPIs, driving improvements in productivity, service and cost control.
- Lead, coach and develop the team, creating an engaged and high-performing working environment.
- Take ownership of the site P&L, managing budgets and supporting sustainable year-on-year growth.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across the operation.
- Support the growth strategy for the Irlam facility, including opportunities around commodity sales.
- Build strong relationships across Biffa and with customers, suppliers and external partners.
- Share best practice and work collaboratively across the business to deliver effective waste solutions.
What we’re looking for
- A relevant COTC qualification.
- An IOSH Certificate.
- Experience as an Operations Manager, Transfer Station Manager or in a similar operational leadership role.
- Experience of people and health & safety management, ideally within a unionised environment.
- A proven track record of delivering against operational and service KPIs.
- Experience of driving continuous improvement.
- Strong commercial awareness, with P&L experience desirable.
- Good transport and logistics knowledge.
- Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Biffa – changing the way people think about waste
At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle valuable resources or simply keeping waste off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference.
Our 11,000+ colleagues across the country enjoy careers that are rewarding, often challenging and never dull.
We believe different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us create a better and more effective workplace. That’s why we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute, develop and succeed.
If you’re an experienced operational leader looking for your next opportunity in Irlam, we’d love to hear from you.
Skills Required
- Relevant Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC) qualification
- IOSH Certificate
- Experience as an Operations Manager, Transfer Station Manager, or in a similar operational leadership role
- Experience managing people and health and safety, ideally in a unionised environment
- Proven record of delivering operational and service KPIs
- Experience driving continuous improvement
- Strong commercial awareness and P&L experience
- Good transport and logistics knowledge
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
- Proactive, solutions-focused approach with ability to manage multiple priorities
What We Do
Founded in 1912, Biffa is a leading UK-based integrated waste management company providing collection, treatment, recycling, and energy generation services. Serving commercial, industrial, and public sector clients, Biffa promotes sustainable waste management solutions and a circular economy. The company employs over 10,000 people and is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 through investment in green infrastructure and innovative waste-to-energy technologies.
