Yard Operations Manager
Are you a natural leader with a hands-on attitude and a passion for operational excellence? Our client are a leading business within the waste management industry and we are assisting in the hiring of a Yard Operations Manager to take the reins of their busy waste processing facility in Dublin 22. This is a pivotal role in a growing company, offering real career progression as they expand their infrastructure and operations.
As Yard Operations Manager, you’ll be at the heart of the day-to-day activities—managing staff, maintaining compliance, and ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of materials through the facility. You’ll have the autonomy to make impactful decisions while playing a key part in the company’s long-term success.
Salary & Benefits:
€55,000
Hours: Monday to Friday
Flexible start time
Occasional Saturday work
Car Park
20 days Annual Leave
Canteen
Responsibilities:
Staff & Team Management
Lead and coordinate picking line operatives, machine drivers, and weighbridge staff
Manage staff rosters, provide training and mentorship, and drive performance
Oversee day and night weighbridge operations
Plant & Facility Efficiency
Work with the maintenance team to keep plant operations running at peak performance
Liaise with plant suppliers regarding SLAs, maintenance, and upgrades
Improve throughput and reduce energy and operational costs
Compliance & Licensing
Ensure timely, compliant movement of waste materials
Maintain adherence to EPA licence and waste storage regulations
Keep accurate records of skips, material quality, odour/dust control, and more
Coordinate with EHS on inspections and neighbour relations
General Yard Operations
Maintain high standards across staff facilities and the site overall
Monitor and manage stock of bins, skips, and Roll-ons
Implement traffic management plans in partnership with Transport and EHS teams
Key Requirements:
Experience in waste management, depot operations, site management or similar industrial environments
Strong leadership skills and a track record of managing teams
Knowledge of plant machinery and materials handling
Understanding of regulatory compliance (EPA, H&S, etc.)
Heavy machinery experience is a plus
Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Grainne O’Donnell or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 5984334
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
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If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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