Work with Us
We work towards accelerating the decarbonisation of the waste we manage and the transition to a circular economy. Amid the current economic climate, we maintain focus on supporting and delivering on our stakeholder promise.
West London Waste is a small organisation with a close-knit, hardworking and high performing team. Our key values are Leadership, Empowerment, Agility, and Partnership. We are growing our team with innovative and proactive individuals who enjoy working a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and genuinely want to make a positive difference in our communities.
We look forward to hearing from you.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV, a covering letter and a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (unless otherwise indicated) by email to recruit@westlondonwaste.gov.uk.
Vacancies
Social Value & Reuse Project Manager
Location: Hybrid/ West Drayton (1-2 days per week office attendance, and site visits)
Contract / Hours 12 Month Fixed Term Contract / full-time
Salary: Up to £45,139 per annum
Deadline: 26 June 2026
The Opportunity
At West London Waste Authority (WLWA) we aren't just managing waste disposal; we are transforming how our community across West London views resources. As our Social Value and Reuse Project Manager, you will be the bridge between our operational disposal systems and the local economy. You will support the design, launch and scale of initiatives that divert materials from landfills while creating tangible social, economic, and environmental benefits for our residents.
What You'll Do
-Project manage and coordinate multiple complex waste and recycling projects to increase reuse rates across the household waste recycling centres we own, support and serve.
-Assist the Head of Delivery and Transformation and the wider Development and Transformation team in forging long-term collaborations with charities, social enterprises, and local businesses to create sustainable secondary markets for reusable goods.
-Manage the end-to end lifecycle of reuse projects assigned to you from pilot programs to full-scale rollout, ensuring KPIs, such as diversion tonnage and social impact metrics, are met.
-Champion the circular economy. You'll be the voice of our reuse agenda, working with internal and external stakeholders (primarily our 6 borough partners) and the public to shift behaviours towards conscious consumption.
-Use robust data to quantify the "Social Value" created, demonstrating the real-world impacts of your projects to the Authority and the public.
Who You Are
-An impact-driven strategist: You understand that "waste" is a design flaw. You are passionate about the circular economy and social sustainability.
-A natural connector: You have proven track records of managing stakeholders across diverse sectors- you can speak the language of both high-level policy makers and grassroots community organisers.
-An Operational Thinker: You don't just dream up ideas; you know how to build the logistical framework to make them work in a high-volume, regulated environment.
-Resilient & Adaptable: You thrive in the fast-paced, often complex landscape of a public sector waste authority.
-Use robust data to quantify the "Social Value" created, demonstrating the real-world impacts of your projects to the Authority and the public.
Why Join Us?
-You will have a real impact from day one, and you will see your work in action every day. Your initiative will directly reduce waste and support the local community.
-This is a growth-focused role where you have the autonomy to support and manage circular economy models.
-You will be joining a team committed to a sustainable future, backed by a collaborative culture that values environmental stewardship and get to learn from a team with shared beliefs.
- You will have access to a flexible working environment, hybrid working, the Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, and ongoing personal development.
How to Apply
Ready to learn more? Please submit your CV, and we will send you a full overview of the job description.
SHEQ Manager (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality)
Location: Primary base: Abbey Road HRRC, Park Royal, NW10 7TJ / Head Office: Unit 6, Britannia Court, The Green, West Drayton, UB7 7PN
Contract / Hours: Full‑time, 36 hours per week
Salary: P06
Deadline: 30 May 2026
Pattern: Minimum 3 days/week on operational sites (including unannounced visits) and 1 day/week at Head Office
Flexibility: Must be available to attend sites at short notice for incidents or inspections; occasional evening/weekend work
Reporting to: Director of Operations & Contracts
Budget: No direct budget; influences spend on training, equipment, corrective actions and audits
Travel / Driving: Full UK driving licence required (multi‑site role)
Role summary
The SHEQ Manager leads Authority‑wide coordination of safety, health, environmental and quality systems across HRRCs, waste transfer stations and corporate functions. Working with site teams, contractors and leaders, the role drives legal compliance, audits and assurance, training, and the shift to digital reporting, while championing a safe, inclusive culture aligned to WLWA values.
Acting as the Competent Person, the postholder engages with the HSE, Environment Agency and local regulators, builds and maintains ISO‑aligned management systems (45001, 14001, 9001), and supports incident investigation and continuous improvement. The role provides expert leadership without line management of site staff; operational accountability remains with line managers and legal accountability with the Managing Director and the Authority.
See the full job description.