Compost Manager - London - £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

Compost Manager

London - £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

The Job:

A great opportunity has arisen for a Compost Manager to take responsibility for the day to day running of a busy composting site. This is a hands on management role focused on ensuring efficient production, maintaining high quality compost standards and operating in full compliance with environmental and health & safety regulations. You will oversee site operations, lead a small team and ensure the site runs safely, efficiently and in line with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities: Operations Management

• Oversee and manage composting processes across the site
• Monitor temperature, moisture, and aeration levels
• Ensure correct waste segregation and material handling
• Monitor fuel usage and operational supplies

Staff Supervision

• Train and support staff on operational and safety procedures
• Maintain attendance and performance records
• Ensure correct PPE usage and adherence to site safety standards

Compliance & Site Management

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and health & safety standards
• Manage odour control, leachate systems, and pest control
• Conduct routine site inspections

Quality Control

• Inspect incoming organic materials
• Monitor compost maturity and ensure quality standards are met
• Coordinate screening, storage, and finished product checks
• Ensure production meets PAS100 standards

Reporting & Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate production, temperature, and turning records
• Track incoming materials and output levels
• Produce reports on site performance, incidents, and compliance
• Liaise with management and regulatory bodies as required

The Candidate

• Strong leadership and team management experience
• Good understanding of composting processes and PAS100 standards
• Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills
• Ability to organise workload and prioritise effectively
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Willingness to travel to other sites when required
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
• COTC qualification
• Experience with council tenders (advantageous)

The Package

• Salary £50,000 - £60,000 DOE
• Company pension
• Medical insurance
• Free on site parking
• Long term opportunity within a growing environmental business

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.

Please email your CV to Liam Davis, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, .u.