Waste & Recycling Manager

Want to shape sustainability at one of the most famous entertainment venues in the world?

Want to work for an employer named in The Sunday Times Best Places to work 2024?

At The O2, we don't just put on unforgettable shows—we're working hard to cut our environmental impact. As our new Waste & Recycling Manager, you'll play an important part in making sure our venue runs smoothly, sustainably, and responsibly.

This role is about combining your expertise in waste and recycling with your passion for making a difference. You'll be helping us find smarter, greener ways of working at a venue that welcomes millions of visitors each year.

What you'll be doing

• Manage our waste, recycling, sanitary, and landscaping providers, making sure services run to the highest standard.
• Support local sustainability projects, track data, and help spot new opportunities to reduce our footprint.
• Oversee budgets, contracts, and procurement to make sure we're getting the best value.
• Keep us compliant with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Work closely with the Facilities Director on planning, risk management, and day-to-day operations.
• See your impact first-hand—whether that's reducing food waste after a sell-out concert or improving how we recycle thousands of cups every night.

What we're looking for

• Experience managing waste and recycling providers in a large or complex environment.
• Knowledge of contracts, cost control, compliance, and risk management.
• Experience with tenders and supplier negotiations.
• IOSH certification.
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when the venue is at its busiest.

This is no ordinary facilities role. It's a chance to be part of a Best Place to Work 2024, to contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives, and to make your mark on one of the busiest, most exciting entertainment venues in the world.

We'll give you a thorough induction on how we work at AEG. Our induction and onboarding programme is a great way to meet other new starters and to learn about our culture and values. We will give you training in our systems, policies, and procedures so that you'll be set up for success. From the moment new employees join us, they're welcomed with open arms and a plethora of exciting perks. Not only can they choose tickets for shows and to climb The O2, but we also ensure that our employees are continuously engaged and rewarded throughout their journey with us.

Where: You'll be based at The O2, Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX. We offer flexible start times and welcome flexible working conversations. We work onsite 4 days a week and remotely 1 day a week. This role will include working some evenings and weekends.

So why apply?

Find out why our employees love working here: https://aegeurope.com/life-at-aeg/

Our benefits can be found here: AEG Benefits

AEG is an inclusive organisation where we value everybody's contribution. We empower and trust our people to do the right thing. We go the extra mile, for our customers and each other, every time. We are always open to new ideas and respect all perspectives. We support and bring out the best in each other. We really value our people and inspire them to be the best in class, always!

Our commitment to inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and our approach to recruitment and selection is fair, open and based purely on merit. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require reasonable adjustments in any recruitment process with us, please make us aware.

We welcome applications from all employees, once you have passed onboarding.

Why not check out our hints and tips on how to make your application Best in Class here  

But if this role isn't for you, what about Starfinders?

If you know someone you think would be perfect for the role, please ask them to apply online through our external careers site: https://aegeurope.earcu.com/jobs/ and mention your name in their application form (only one employee name per application). 

If they are successful in securing a role and pass their onboarding period, you may be eligible for a Starfinders bonus!