Managing Director

Overview

West London Waste Authority (WLWA) is seeking an exceptional Managing Director to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for one of the UK’s largest waste and resource management partnerships, serving six West London boroughs.Location:

West Drayton, West LondonSalary:

£155,000 to £160,000 per annumResponsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for WLWA’s waste and resource management partnerships.Accountable for a £75m revenue budget and £270m in assets; ensure safe, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable waste services, recycling systems, and Net Zero and Circular Economy programmes.Lead WLWA’s Senior Leadership Team and workforce, fostering a high-performance, inclusive culture.Oversee major infrastructure, partnerships, and contracts with strong governance, resilience, and financial stewardship.Represent WLWA nationally and regionally, influence policy, secure funding, and shape the future of sustainable resource management.Lead financial resilience, service transformation, and sustainability for over 1.7 million residents.Collaborate with Members and ensure effective governance and risk management.Qualifications

Substantial senior leadership experience at Director level or above.Strong track record of managing large budgets and assets.Proven success in navigating complex stakeholder and political environments.Outstanding communication, strategic partnership, and change leadership skills.Additional information

WLWA is committed to inclusiveness, equality, and diversity, and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.Closing

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