Job SummaryYou will be required to lead the ZTL department in implementing zero waste strategic goals at designated sites and ensure ongoing compliance thereto. Responsible for identifying and driving waste diversion opportunities in the region and ensure implementation at designated sites. Ensure that waste diversion targets are achieved, and provide a report to the Sustainability Manager, including corrective action taken. You will be working closely with the Sustainability Manager, Operations Manager, IT Manager & Data department.Responsibilities Zero waste operational managementOversee, coach and mentor all staff reporting to youManage the performance of waste audit teams at sitesCollate and interpret the statistics of zero waste performance at each site and ensure corrective action is takenPeriodic review of the effectiveness of our clients specific environmental policies, procedures, and systems (financial benefit, least environmental damage and best practicable environmental option)Ensure daily performance measurement tools are correctly used by zero waste teamPrepare reports and deal with matters arising around theseOversee and provide guidance to zero waste staff at client sitesEnsure that all staffing levels for the achievement of zero waste are adequately trained and capable of performing to the required operational standardEngage with Operations Manager (or the Contract Manager to whom the Operations Manager may delegate such function), to address and ensure correction of on-site sorting activities that may be required by the commercial sorting staffVisit sites bi-weekly, to manage and ensure the correct implementation of zero waste procedures at each site, as contained within the service level agreement of each client, is implemented and maintainedClient relationsStrategically manage client relationshipsEnsure customer satisfaction by addressing waste diversion challengesMeet with clients monthly to address previous and new issues, providing feedback on improvements, reporting aspects of interest (meeting minutes required)Provide written communication / feedback regarding client relationships to the Sustainability Manager and the Operations ManagerPersonnel managementEnsure that all zero waste staff are adequately trained and competent, as per company policy and proceduresAdministrational responsibilitiesEnsure that all reports are provided in accordance with the clients standard operating procedures, to the extent that they refer to the measurement of waste diversion at siteSHEQ responsibilitiesEnsure that all processes for the achievement of waste diversion at a clients site are compliant with environmental legislationRequirementsMinimum Grade 12, tertiary qualification is advantageousAt least 4 years experience in the waste management or recycling industry with management experience (direct or indirect management)Good understanding of the waste Act and environmental compliances therewithValid drivers licenseMinimum of 7 years working experienceEmployment will be implemented in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.Only Applicants considered for the role will be contacted.Closing date: 23rd November 2024Should you wish to apply, please follow the online application process.