Ubico employs in the region of 1000 staff and operates 1300 vehicles and plant over 1300 square miles of the most beautiful and vibrant towns, cities and countryside you’ll find. We offer a friendly and flexible working environment, where you really feel part of the Ubico ‘family’. The work is diverse and fast paced, delivered by teams who work closely and collaboratively to deliver results. Our work ethic is underpinned by our five values - deliver quality, be safe, do the right thing, care for the environment, and work together. We strive to achieve these values in everything we do and we are seeking enthusiastic and committed people who are committed to making a positive difference to Ubico and to the people and neighbourhoods we serve
About the role…
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Operations Supervisor to join our hard-working, highly successful team.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the person will oversee the day to day activities of the operational workforce, covering all aspects of waste management, health and safety, compliance and routine administration duties.
This is a dynamic and fast paced role and you will have the confidence to handle any challenge that comes your way to assist in maintaining operations. You will need to be decisive, be able to manage competing priorities and balance this by reflecting on and implementing key changes to ensure continuous improvement.
You will need…
• Full driving licence to be able to drive a range of vehicles up to and including 3.5 tonnes gross weight
- Experience in office environment / similar or related role
- Experience of managing a team
For further information please download the job description and person specification.
Vacancies can close earlier than stated if a high number of applications have been received. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible
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What we can do for you
- Driver CPC Training - We cover all costs to help you stay qualified.
- Learning & Progression - We support your growth, whether you're starting out or moving up.
- Flexible Working – Options include hybrid roles and task & finish shifts.
- Community Impact - Help make your neighbourhood cleaner and greener.
- Generous Leave – 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years).
- Holiday Flexibility – Buy or sell up to 1 week of leave.
- Pension Support – 5% employer contribution to your retirement.
- All employees have access to Ubico Perks, our rewards and benefits platform - offering exclusive discounts, deals and cashback on everyday essentials.
- 24/7 Support – Free, confidential helpline for you and your family.
- Health & Wellbeing – Free eye tests (role-dependent), flu jabs, and wellbeing resources.
- Workplace Comforts – Free PPE, tea & coffee, and on-site parking.
We provide vital environmental services across Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and West Oxfordshire - keeping communities clean and green. Our work includes waste and recycling collections, street cleansing, grounds maintenance, building cleaning, managing recycling centres and maintenance of our fleet.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud of our strong work ethic and are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who share our commitment to making a positive difference.
To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and complete your application form and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It’s important that we’re a good fit for each other, so let us know what’s important to you and why you want to work for Ubico.
Ubico is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Pre-employment checks include medical screening, references, proof of identity and right to work, and may include criminal record verification.
It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.
