CVLee Taylor

Resides: Tyldesley, Manchester

Profile I am an experienced and Technically Competent Depot and Operations Manager with an exemplary employment history. A holder of four Level 4 WAMITAB Diplomas, all with current COTC’s, as well as having NEBOSH, IOSH and Business Management Diplomas. I have an extensive knowledge of the Waste Management Industry, including MRF/Optical Sorting, RDF and Waste Transfer Operations. I have a thorough knowledge of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, with the ability to create and implement Risk Assessments and Safe Working Procedures. I have an active, analytical and dynamic approach to work and if you are looking for that ‘somebody’ who can introduce change, who can positively adapt culture, who can extract maximum potential from both employee and equipment (OEE) and help drive your business forward, then please look no further. I can identify and develop opportunities and help expand business interests in the local and wider community. I have a proven background in all aspects of continuous improvement, with a working knowledge of LEAN/Six Sigma/5s Methodology. I’m able to forecast prepare budgets and manage P & L to maximise the profitability of the operation and implement strict cost controls.

Career Experience

Jul 2015 - Present Blakeley’s Recycling LtdGeneral Manager for Waste Operations – RDF / MRFTaking management and ownership of the company’s Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) and Automated Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)

Responsibilities

Manage resources to maintain maximum efficiency, and present higher management with justification for expenditure above budget

Ensure all manpower is utilised effectively to ensure maximum efficiency of the Recycling facility Ensure all equipment is operated and utilised to ensure maximum efficiency of the recycling operation Manage all waste handling operations on site, including the reporting and dealing with non-conforming waste Conduct return to work interviews, disciplinary investigations and hold disciplinary meetings Manage all contractors whilst on site, ensuring they complete pre contractor assessments, provide risk

assessments have appropriate permits to work and follow safe systems of work whilst on site Maintain daily production, quality analysis records and report weekly on the performance of the Waste Transfer

Facility, MRF & RDF Operations Management, maintenance and effective utilisation of Optical Sorting Equipment Responsibility for the consistent output of quality material Duty of Care Waste Transfer administration and compliance with all environmental and licensing legislation Health, Safety & Environment & acting, current HSEQ Manager

Mar 2014 - May 2015 Hanbury Plastics Recycling LtdDepot Manager

Reported to the Managing Director; Depot/Operations Manager in a state-of-the art Automated Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), incorporating NIR (near infrared sorting systems) in a plastics sorting facility in Stoke-on-Trent.

This role required me to manage all aspect of operations and ensure that all depot requirements are met in line with growth/profit targets

Directly managed a team of 42 employees I was able to use my knowledge and skills to be able to introduce the LEAN processing methodology; this was to

be the driving force of a period of continuous, incremental improvement;o This was achieved in a number of ways; Increase in Production, Decrease of Waste, Effective Control of

Planning, Delivery, Measurement and Improvement to Cost, Quality and Internal/External customer service

Responsibilities

MRF Management Monitored and maintained NIR (near infrared sorting system) Titech/Redwave Managed the processes on site (LEAN) and utilised the internal system to manage all activities within the

manufacturing process ensuring all goals and targets were met within agreed time, cost, quality, safety, people and environmental parameters

Led the Shift Production Managers to ensure they were engaged and performed at a high level with a focus on problem solving and team work

Built trust through effective leadership and the skilled application of people management processes. Recruited and selected the right team members, and inducted them into the team Built team skills through assessment, training, feedback and support o Managed ongoing performance of direct

reports Developed and implemented a site operation strategy to meet the goals of the site and overall business strategy Established performance targets which were delivered against the operational strategy Managed and owned total cost of conversion on site, focused on systems & operational activity standardisation

and improvement Passionately promoted the site operations with internal and external stakeholders Ensured that standards set within the production facility were adhered to through layered confirmation Analysed the performance of the production facility, identified gaps, trends and improvement opportunities, and

communicated these internally using visual management standards to the site management team Sourced and negotiated with subcontractors, production suppliers, internal and external supply chain, to ensure

each project was successfully resourced, budgeted and managed, and delivered according to Company processes Monitor delivery performances and ensured this was in-line with company key performance indicators and

service level agreement targets Monitored and managed change traffic planning schedules to accommodate additional business or revised in

order to maximise service performance

Mar 2011 - Mar 2014 European Metal Recycling LtdDepot Manager

My main purpose was to improve the depot’s operational effectiveness whilst reducing overhead cost and managing an annual budget.

Overall responsibility for; Production Management, H&S, HR, Plant/Vehicle Maintenance, Site Operations

Responsibilities

Identify, secure, coordinate and supervise the safe, timely, profitable procurement of metals from existing and potential customers in the Manchester area

Hazardous Waste Management, to include; Lead Acid Batteries, Ozone Depleting Substance (ODS) Fridges, End of Live Vehicles (ELV's), Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Waste Oils, Interceptor Oils, Oil Water Mixtures (From Bund Cleaning), Oil Contaminated Dirt/Oil Absorption Granules

The complete management of my DVLA registered Vehicle Treatment Facility Duty of Care Waste Transfer administration and compliance with all environmental and licensing legislation Overview transport operations to ensure that the logistics of the removal and collection of waste containers at

all locations is effective To have full accountability for the P&L, to review and achieve operational cost savings and efficiencies Ensure depot operates within agreed resource levels, budgets and maintain depot KPI's whilst developing and

integrating strategies to deliver cost efficient customer solutions Ensure compliance with all environmental and licensing requirements Develop strategies for long term progression, ensuring targets are consistently achieved and improved upon Maintain appropriate systems so that all operational and financial procedures are adhered too KPI reporting and management Manage all staff within the depot including identifying training needs, development, appraisals and welfare and

oversee general conduct and performance taking action where necessary Logistics management – Organising drivers, arranging collections/deliveries Drive a culture of safety awareness and safe working Ensure that all personnel fully comply with safety practices and procedures Strive to prevent accidents through managing risks Regularly conduct safety audits and ensure that accidents are fully investigated and that any resulting

recommendations are implemented

Mar 2008 - Mar 2011 CRJ Services LimitedSite Supervisor

Reported to the Managing Director, my role was to run the weighbridge, co-ordinate all inbound and outbound loads with respective paperwork, facilitated pre-organised vehicle movements and operated the in house ‘Midsoft’ system that maintained electronic records of all vehicle/material movements.

The co-ordination of Waste Carrier records, maintained documentation in accordance to Duty of Care obligations and Permit conditions

Organised ‘Front of House’ ensured legal responsibilities were met and information displayed was up to date Fielded telephone & email enquires provided accurate quotations and information as necessary and assisted in

the generation of weekly reports for Key Account customers and provided general administration support to the team

Administrative responsibility for the upkeep of our PAS100 quality accreditation assigned to our Open Windrow Composting Facility, served the whole of South Cheshire and received in excess of 30,000 tonnes of waste per year

Also recorded of daily temperature & moisture check data and monitored calibration records for all measuring equipment

Overall responsibility for; Production Management, H&S, HR, Plant/Vehicle Maintenance, Site Operations Controlled a team of seven operatives

Responsibilities

Liaised with Cheshire East and West Local Authority Waste Managers o Booked waste collections and compost deliveries

Oversaw the complete implementation of BSI PAS100 and the Quality Compost Protocol Responsible for the requirements of all Environment Agency, Waste Management, Duty of Care and Waste

Transfer legislation Total green waste management in line with BSI PAS100, included sampling and laboratory testing Identified areas of underperformance, diagnosed problems and took action to rectify it Drove performance and maintained business unit profitability whilst maintaining client and customer satisfaction Manage and positively influence material spends and review labour spend budgets in line with KPI’s Ensuring that local communications are managed effectively o Deal with complaints professionally and

effectively Take initiatives to improve Contract efficiency.

Aug 2003 - Feb 2008 Miller Pattison LtdContracts Manager

Worked as a Contracts Manager for a national insulation fitter, I was responsible for overseeing projects across various sites according to the priorities and demands of each project.

I contributed to the successful delivery of insulation projects by building on existing contracts and developing a number of successful relationships within both public and private sector organisations to facilitate successful project delivery for my division.

Departmental budget set at over 1M Overall responsibility for; Production Management, H&S, HR, Plant/Vehicle Maintenance, Site Operations Managed a large team

Responsibilities

Identified areas in the business where operational procedure could be improved Defined and implemented improved production processes, systems and controls to improve the efficiency and

effectiveness of company logistics Accountability for coordinating the operational planning and support to the operations department with work

scheduled effectively and efficiently to meet customer demands. Took direct responsibility for logistical planning in the Company to exceed customer expectations in terms of

delivery and quality Supported the commercial director in resource planning, cost and schedule control as well as measurement of

operations department performance for safety, customer service, quality and productivity Worked closely with the sales, lead generation and surveyor departments ensuring a seamless flow from sales

enquiry through, energy assessment to customer delivery and providing clear visibility across the business at all times and to ensure new products and services that are introduced meet customer expectations

Skills & Qualifications

WAMITAB Level 4 Diploma (4TMNH) with COTC (Expires 2018) – Treatment of Non-Hazardous Waste WAMITAB Level 4 Diploma (4TSNH) with COTC (Expires 2018) - Transfer of Non-Hazardous Waste WAMITAB Level 4 Diploma (4MTELV6) with COTC (Expires 2016) – End of Life Vehicle Management/De-

pollution/Storage WAMITAB Level 4 Diploma (4MTMRS6) with COTC (Expires 2018) – Metal Recovery Site Management NEBOSH – National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety NEBOSH – National Fire Safety Certificate: Booked December 2016 NVQ Level 3 in Business Management IOSH – Managing Safely NPORS – Material Re-Handler 360° & Telescopic Handler Licences (Expires 2021) Mayer Environmental – Environmental Protection Firm understanding of compliance and have built strong relationships with bodies such as the EA, Local

Authorities and HSE MRF/RDF Operational Management – Including NIR Optical Sorters (Titech, Redwave) Extensive knowledge of The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 Ability to create and implement Risk Assessments and Safe Working Procedures Experienced in the administration and management of; ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and the OHSAS 18001 Quality

Frameworks Health & Safety Policy Management Working knowledge of LEAN/Six Sigma/5s Methodology - Production and Quality Management. Implementing

Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement Efficiencies. Maintenance Scheduling and Maximising OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) Transport, Driver & Logistics Management; Up-to-date with legislation and procedures Knowledge and experience of managing vehicle servicing and repair schedules, ensuring maintenance resources

are maintained at an appropriate level to meet compliance Fixed Plant Installation – Contractor & Project Management Hazardous & Non-Hazardous Waste Management, Infection Control, COSSH Compliance Fully experienced in

Duty of Care & Waste Transfer Legislation

Education

2016: NPORS Plant Operator - Material Re-Handler 360° & Telescopic Handler Licences Expires 2021 2013: The Leadership Academy – Business Management NVQ Level 3 2012: Owen David Risk Management - IOSH Managing Safely 2012: Lindum Fire Services Ltd - Fire Awareness 2011: Waterside Training Ltd - Electrical Awareness 2008: Kentra Training - Construction Safety Awareness Course 2008: Kentra Training - Vehicle Banksman Course 1995: Netherton Adult Education Centre – A Level Economics 1994: Joint Learning Partnership Southport - Information Technology NVQ level 2 1986 – 1991: St. George of England High School, Bootle – O Level GCSE’s

References

Available on Request.