Job Title: Night Shift Manager
Salary: £18.52 an hour, plus overtime available at enhanced rate plus benefits
Additional benefits: Additional benefits: 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance
Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4RF
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent working 11.00pm – 6.00am
The Company
The Martin Group of Companies (Est. 1976) provides specialist services to the construction and waste recycling industries, with an annual turnover in excess of £223 million.
H.W. Martin Waste Ltd manages a variety of waste and recyclable materials for households and businesses across the UK. We are committed to building a first-class, talented workforce so that we can continue to deliver the very best service to our customers.
As part of the wider H. W. Martin Group, we operate from 16 centres nationwide, supporting transport and waste-recycling infrastructure across the UK. With over 1,000 skilled employees, we are proud of our strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term client partnerships.
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Shift Manager to join our team at the Alfreton Recycling Centre.
In this hands-on operational role, you’ll oversee the daily running of the site during your shift — ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality at every stage.
You’ll lead by example, supervising staff, managing workflow, and maintaining compliance with company and legal standards. The role involves close coordination with the wider operations and transport teams to keep materials moving efficiently through the recycling process.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate, and support site employees to achieve production and performance targets.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with HSEQ standards and procedures.
- Plan, monitor, and manage daily operational activities.
- Oversee weighbridge operations and coordinate transport collections and deliveries.
- Maintain accurate shift records, including attendance, production data, and incident reports.
- Monitor site quality, housekeeping, and environmental compliance.
- Support training, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Promote a positive workplace culture aligned with company values.
About You
We’re seeking a confident and proactive leader who enjoys working in a busy operational environment and takes pride in getting the best from their team.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Previous supervisory experience preferably within a waste management, recycling, or industrial environment.
- Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills.
- IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to obtain).
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
- Computer literate (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Positive “can-do” attitude, with the ability to problem-solve and make sound decisions.
Next Steps:
If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the skills to take on this vital role then please submit your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons.
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