MRF Plant supervisor, Dublin

Design Build Search are working with a commercial waste and recycling company who have an opportunity for a production supervisor. Our client is dedicated in building a greener and cleaner future.

Our client is looking MRF Plant Production Supervisor to join their team in Dublin. The successful candidate will be required to oversee the daily operations of the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF). You will be responsible for supervising personnel, ensuring efficient plant operations, optimizing productivity and maintaining a safe working environment.

Requirements:
• Proven supervisory experience in a production or waste management environment.
• Experience supervising teams in a labour-intensive, multi-shift operation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate staff.
• Familiarity with operating and maintaining MRF equipment and mobile plant machinery.
• This is a site-based role.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Provide day-to-day supervision of MRF personnel, ensuring work is completed efficiently and safely. Act as the direct reporting line for all staff within the MRF.
• Identify and implement best practices to maximise production output and improve the efficiency of both the MRF and yard operations.
• Regularly review performance data and lead the team to achieve KPI targets.
• Work closely with the MRF Manager to develop work schedules, ensuring operational and annual leave coverage needs are met.
• Monitor daily operations, including staffing levels, material handling, and production targets. Ensure efficient use of resources, including fuel usage, staffing hours, and adherence to the 5S methodology.
• Ensure incoming loads meet quality standards for processing. Quickly address contamination issues and adjust pricing as needed.
• Oversee the efficient and compliant handling, separation, and delivery of waste materials to appropriate outlets. Ensure pre-sorting by loading machine operators is completed.
• Ensure all revenue and cost-control measures are followed. This includes monitoring weighbridge traffic, diesel usage, and ensuring that waste received is accurately categorised.
• Implement and oversee a comprehensive maintenance program for all fixed and mobile plant equipment within the MRF. Ensure daily cleaning and maintenance tasks are completed, and collaborate with maintenance personnel for scheduled PM activities.
• Ensure all personnel are fully trained and adhere to Health & Safety guidelines.
• Address any safety concerns or issues promptly.
• Implement a plant maintenance program with all fixed and mobile assets clearly identified and oversee the use of Asset minder for logging maintenance activities.
• Support other operational activities as requested by the MRF Manager