Managing Director – Terra Verde Services
Salary: £90,000 – £100,000 (plus £6,600 car allowance)
Epping Forest District Council
About Us
Terra Verde Services (TVS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Epping Forest District Council, is at the forefront of delivering exceptional waste and recycling, street cleansing, and environmental services. Established in November 2024, following the successful transfer of operations from a third-party provider, TVS is a dynamic organisation with a clear vision for efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. Our mission is to provide high-quality services that meet the community's needs while fostering a culture of collaboration, safety, and professional growth.
About the Role
This is an exceptional opportunity to take the helm as the Managing Director of Terra Verde Services. You will provide strategic leadership and operational direction, guiding the organisation through its next phase of development. As Managing Director, you will be responsible for delivering on TVS’s business plan, ensuring high-quality services for Epping Forest District Council while exploring opportunities to expand the company’s operations and income streams.
Day-to-day, you will oversee all aspects of TVS’s services, from waste and recycling to street cleansing and fly-tip removal. You will ensure the effective management of finances, outsourced services, and health and safety compliance while working closely with the Council’s commissioning arm to align organisational goals. Your ability to build and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders, including elected members and council officers, will be critical to your success.
A key focus will be driving organisational change to optimise the inherited management structure and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. You will lead the charge in identifying and delivering efficiency savings, enhancing services, and championing a robust health and safety culture. Additionally, your expertise in strategic planning and business development will ensure TVS remains financially sustainable while continuing to meet its statutory obligations.
About You
We are seeking an inspirational leader with a proven track record of managing waste, recycling, or environmental services at a senior level. You will bring a strong understanding of public sector service delivery, coupled with operational expertise and the ability to navigate the complexities of a political environment effectively. While a background in the commercial sector is welcome, it is essential that you have a solid understanding of local government and the political context in which these services operate. Your ability to bridge operational excellence with strategic vision will be key to driving high-quality, sustainable outcomes for our community.
Your strong leadership skills will enable you to inspire, influence, and engage with a wide range of stakeholders, from operational teams to elected members. A clear understanding of UK waste legislation, combined with experience in health and safety compliance within an industrial environment, is essential. You should also have a strong grasp of financial management, including profit and loss accountability and a history of delivering efficiency savings and performance improvements.
Qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely and membership in the Chartered Institute of Waste Management are essential, and we value significant professional experience and a proven ability to drive organisational success just as highly.
Why Join Us?
At Terra Verde Services, we offer more than a leadership role; we offer the chance to make a lasting impact. As Managing Director, you will play a fundamental role in shaping the future of a growing organisation committed to delivering innovative, high-quality services. With the support of a collaborative Board and a forward-thinking Council, you will be empowered to lead with vision and purpose.
Ready to Apply?
If you are ready to bring your leadership, innovation, and operational expertise to Terra Verde Services, we want to hear from you.
To apply please click the Apply Now link below.
For an informal discussion, please contact our recruitment partners at Tile Hill: Maud Hollis at maud.hollis@tile-hill.co.uk (07444 696659) or Clare Connor at clare.connor@tile-hill.co.uk (0161 408 0703).
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