Assistant Director Waste, Fleet and Environment
Bradford Metropolitan District Council
Salary £102,714 to £116,121
Bradford is a district with real momentum. It has one of the youngest and most diverse populations in Europe, it has just come through a landmark year as UK City of Culture, and it is putting that energy into a long term plan for fairer opportunities and stronger communities. The Council’s plan builds from that, with a focus on fairer opportunities, stronger neighbourhoods and services that people can rely on.
THE ROLE
The Assistant Director of Waste, Fleet and Environment leads a large operational portfolio covering waste collection and disposal, street cleansing, parks, green spaces, allotments, household waste recycling centres, workshops and fleet services. You will manage a workforce of around 500 FTE and report directly to the Strategic Director of Environment.
There is a significant programme of work ahead. The council is preparing for the next phase of the national Simpler Recycling reforms, with further changes to kerbside collections due from 2027, and the Assistant Director will lead the council’s wider response to national waste and resources reform. Alongside this, there is important work around fleet strategy, depot consolidation and using data and digital tools to improve productivity and performance across the service.
This is a demanding role that needs resilience and energy. You will need to build constructive relationships with recognised trade unions through periods of service change, and lead visibly and credibly across depot-based teams and crews as well as with elected members and residents.
We are looking for an experienced operational leader who is comfortable with complexity and ready to take on a portfolio that is stretching but carries real scope to make a difference.
INFORMATION
For further details, please click on the role profile and useful links below, or for more information please contact Tim Farr on 07756 293292 or tim.farr@starfishsearch.com
ROLE PROFILE STRUCTURE CHARTTimeline
Closing Date: Sunday 18th October 2026
Longlist Meeting (Candidates not required): 20th October 2026
Preliminary Interviews (Teams): Friday 30th October 2026
Shortlist Meeting (Candidates not required): 4th November 2026
Final Panel Interviews (In-Person): 20th November 2026
How to apply
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- Your CV (no more than three sides of A4).
- A supporting statement (no more than three sides of A4) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.
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