About the role
- Lead and develop the landfill commercial team to deliver customer growth, retention, and revenue objectives.
- Identify, assess, and secure new business opportunities that align with Biffa’s strategic and operational capabilities.
- Work closely with senior and local management to develop and implement new service offerings.
- Deliver feasibility, commercial, and regulatory approvals for new developments including landfill extensions, solar, and battery storage.
- Represent the Landfill & Gas division as part of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategy and decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, HMRC, and health & safety legislation across all commercial activities.
- Drive continuous improvement through innovation, market analysis, and performance tracking.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, local authorities, regulators, and external partners.
Requirements
- Proven experience in landfill waste management and commercial development roles.
- Strong track record in delivering business growth, project management, and service innovation.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Degree-level education (or equivalent) in business, engineering, or a related discipline.
- Comprehensive understanding of environmental legislation and commercial governance.
- Flexibility to travel nationally with regular overnight stays as required.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
landfill waste managementcommercial developmentproject managementservice innovationenvironmental legislationregulatory approvalsfeasibility analysisperformance trackingbusiness growthstrategic planning
Soft skills
leadershipnegotiationstakeholder managementrelationship buildingcommunicationflexibilityteam collaborationcustomer retentioninnovationmarket analysis
Certifications
degree in businessdegree in engineeringdegree in related discipline