Contract Manager /Business Manager - Lead, Innovate, and Drive Success!

Salary: up to £62k + 15% bonus, car/car allowance, medical cover, pension

Location: Tendring, Essex

Are you a natural leader with a proven track record in Logistics, Transport, or Waste Management? Do you thrive on delivering operational excellence and have a keen sense of business acumen? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The Role:

This role is all about managing a large workforce, operations and people, the business is growing at a fast rate.

* Operations - ensure the commercial performance of the contract, overseeing all expenditure, staffing, and resources.

* Leadership - managing a diverse workforce, lead the team and maintain a visible presence for employees encouraging good working relationships within a unionised environment

* Financials - managing the contract budget through effective cost control

* Health & Safety - responsible for the safety at the depot and the safety of the vehicles and drivers, IOSH qualified, ideally NEBOSH qualified

About You:

We're seeking a visionary leader who can transform strategies into action and inspire teams to perform at their best. You should have:

* IOSH Managing Safely certification.

* Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (or equivalent experience).

* A strong background in business acumen and operational management.

* Financial management expertise, with experience in producing and presenting financial models and business plans.

* Transport Manager CPC

* A passion for leading high-performing teams and driving transformation and change.

What We Offer:

Our client is a leader in the waste management industry, offering an outstanding package to support your success:

* 10-15% performance-based annual bonus

* 25 days of annual leave

* Private medical cover

* Choice of company car or car allowance

* Enhanced company pension scheme

* Continuous training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential

Be part of a company that champions innovation, professional growth, and operational excellence in the waste management sector