ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD

Head of Street Scene, Waste & Recycling

Doncaster DN1 3BU

Key information

Pay
£550 to £550 a day
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
19 Oct 2026
Closing date
18 Nov 2026

About this role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head up our client's Street Scene, Waste & Recycling services. This is a key senior management role responsible for delivering high-quality, clean and green services, shaping future service provision, and driving continuous improvement for residents and communities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the operational delivery of Street Scene, Waste & Recycling services, including street cleansing, grounds maintenance, tree services and waste collection.
  • Develop and implement service strategies, policies and improvement programmes.
  • Oversee the client's Waste Strategy, ensuring alignment with wider environmental objectives.
  • Manage budgets, resources, contracts and service performance to achieve value for money and excellent outcomes.
  • Build effective relationships with senior leaders, elected members, partners, contractors and trade unions.
  • Provide leadership during major incidents, emergencies and business continuity events.
  • Contribute as a member of the senior management team.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference numbers 000B 5F49 / 1

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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