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.
Current Vacancies
Head of Operations - Abbey Road (12 months FTC)
Location: Abbey Road Reuse and Recycling Centre, Abbey Rd, London NW10 7TJ
Salary: Up to £85k per annum
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
Provide senior leadership and strategic oversight of WLWA’s flagship Abbey Road Reuse & Recycling Centre and Transfer Station. You will manage site performance, safety, compliance, budgets of up to £4m, and around 40 staff and contractors.
Recycling Operations Manager (12 months FTC)
Location: Abbey Road Reuse and Recycling Centre, Abbey Rd, London NW10 7TJ
Salary: Up to £71k per annum
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
Lead daily operations at Abbey Road’s Reuse & Recycling Centre, with responsibility for 30–40 staff and a £3m budget. You will ensure safe and compliant operations, deliver borough recycling requirements, and pilot new reuse and circular economy initiatives.
Assistant Director – Borough Partnerships
Location: West Drayton, West London (Hybrid)
Salary: £95,000 to £119,000 (inclusive of London Weighting)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
Lead WLWA’s partnerships with six boroughs, as well as corporate Communications & PR and programme sustainability. You will build strong relationships, run working groups and steering boards, manage reputation and media handling, and coordinate sustainability programmes.
Assistant Director – Governance (12 months FTC)
Location: West Drayton, West London (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £82k per annum
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
Provide interim leadership of WLWA’s corporate governance framework. You will oversee risk, audit, and compliance processes, manage the Governance & Systems team, and ensure statutory reporting, assurance, and strong governance practices are embedded across the Authority.
Finance Manager (Strategic Role – Lead Financial Reporting & Controls)
Location: West Drayton, London
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £58,296-£64076 (inclusive of London Weighting)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and managing the Senior Accountant, this critical role oversees all aspects of financial reporting, compliance, and financial modelling for projects and programmes. You’ll design innovative financial tools, manage budgeting and statutory accounts, and act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership.
This role is perfect for a qualified accountant with a flair for strategic insight and experience leading finance teams in complex public sector environments.
We offer an excellent benefits package:
- Parental leave and pay
- Health screening
- Wellbeing support
- Employee assistance program
- Cycle to work scheme
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Local Government sickness pay scheme