Operations Compliance Manager

Operations Compliance Manager

Rainham,

Permanent, Full-time 

Competitive Salary

Adler & Allan is looking for a dynamic, hands-on Operations Compliance Manager to take the reins of compliance, operational excellence, and safety across our Environmental Services depot. If you thrive in fast-paced, regulated environments and love being at the heart of day-to-day operations—not stuck behind a desk—this is your opportunity to shape the standards that keep our people safe, our customers confident, and our licence to operate secure.

This is your chance to become a visible leader in a business that protects the environment, supports critical infrastructure, and delivers essential services nationwide.

What you’ll lead

Waste & Environmental Compliance

• Environmental permits and waste transfer station oversight
• Duty of Care, waste classification, consignment notes, tonnage returns
• EA/SEPA inspections, audits, and regulator engagement
• ADR/HazMat considerations
• ISO 14001 and internal assurance

Transport & Fleet Compliance

• O-Licence obligations
• DVSA and Traffic Commissioner standards
• Tachographs, WTD, driver hours
• OCRS and fleet audit readiness
• Vehicle maintenance, MOTs, inspections, defect reporting

Leadership & Strategy

• Inspire, develop, and performance-manage depot teams
• Champion the One A&A culture across divisions
• Support operational strategy, KPIs, and reporting
• Deputise for the Depot Manager when required

Operations

• Ensure safe, compliant, on-time delivery of all depot activities
• Drive quality, efficiency, and customer-focused service
• Support integration of new acquisitions
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement

Finance & Commercial

• Support depot P&L performance
• Improve margin, reduce cost, and enhance profitability
• Identify commercial opportunities and grow client relationships
• Resolve customer issues and protect the A&A brand

Safety & Compliance Culture

• Lead safety audits, training, and best practice
• Ensure full adherence to legal and company standards
• Act swiftly on any breaches or risks

 What you’ll bring

• Strong experience in waste, environmental services, transport, or regulated operations
• Deep understanding of waste legislation and Duty of Care
• Transport Manager CPC (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience with EA/DVSA inspections
• Proven leadership in complex, live operational environments
• Commercial awareness and sound operational judgement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influence
• Strong IT literacy and data-driven decision-making
• Ability to build high-performing, engaged teams

Desirable extras

• IOSH/NEBOSH
• Confined space, water jetting, HazMat, or marine response knowledge
• FORS, ISO14001, or internal audit experience
• Full UK driving licence

About us:

At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.