Depot Manager – Waste Facility

About the role

The company is a growing Irish waste management and recycling business seeking a hands‑on Depot Manager to lead operations at a busy processing site in Dublin 12. You will be responsible for day‑to‑day site performance, staff leadership, compliance and logistics in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational teams including plant operatives, machine drivers and weighbridge staff.
• Coordinate staff rostering, performance management and daily supervision.
• Oversee weighbridge operations and night‑shift coordination.
• Work closely with maintenance teams to maximise plant performance and minimise downtime.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers on maintenance schedules, service level agreements and upgrades.
• Drive operational efficiencies and identify cost‑saving initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with EPA licensing requirements and environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of waste classification, storage and material movement.
• Support EHS initiatives, inspections and site safety procedures.
• Manage yard operations, traffic flow, stock control and site standards.
• Coordinate logistics and material movement across the site and to external outlets.

Required profile

• Proven experience in waste management, depot operations, recycling or a similar industrial environment.
• Strong hands‑on leadership style with the ability to manage operational teams.
• Good understanding of EPA regulations and health & safety compliance.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced operational setting.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Knowledge of plant operations and material handling processes.

Required skills

• Heavy plant machinery operations.
• Weighbridge systems and shift management.
• Environmental reporting and compliance documentation.

What we offer

• Competitive salary €60,000‑€75,000 DOE.
• Key operational leadership role with strong autonomy.
• Exposure to large‑scale operational and infrastructure projects.
• Long‑term career progression within a growing Irish business.