About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for a motivated and experienced individual to join our Estates & Facilities team as a Waste Compliance Manager.
This specialist role will lead on the safe, compliant, and efficient management of healthcare waste across all Trust sites, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation, national guidance, and NHS standards while supporting the Trusts environmental sustainability and net zero ambitions.
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job description Job responsibilities
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More detail about the role
Acting as the Trusts subject matter expert, you will influence best practice, improve waste segregation, and support compliance across a large and diverse estate. You will also contribute to a range of environmental initiatives, applying the waste hierarchy to reduce environmental impact and support delivery of the Trusts Green Plan.
We are seeking an individual with experience in a waste management, environmental, or compliance role, ideally within healthcare or a regulated environment, and a sound understanding of relevant legislation such as HTM 07-01 and Duty of Care requirements. You should be confident in auditing services, monitoring compliance, and identifying improvements.
You will work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, building effective relationships with stakeholders and contractors, and influencing behaviour change. Strong organisational skills, the ability to manage a varied workload, and effective communication skills, including delivering training are essential.
You will be a proactive, approachable individual with a can do attitude, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to work independently across multiple sites (Exeter, Barnstaple and all trust community locations).
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead on the operational oversight of all healthcare waste streams, including clinical, hazardous, offensive,recyclingand domestic waste. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and guidance including HTM 07-01, Environmental Protection Act, and Duty of Care. Monitor, audit, and review waste management practices across all Trust sites. Develop, implement, andmaintainwaste policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Act as the Trusts subject matter expert for waste compliance and environmental management. Monitor contractor performance, including waste collection and disposal services. As required/requested, deliver training and awareness programmes to improve waste segregation and compliance. Investigate incidents, non-compliance, and environmental breaches, implementing corrective actions. Support delivery of the Trusts Green Plan, contributing to waste reduction, carbon reduction, and sustainability targets. Prepare reports and provide assurance to governance groups, regulators, and external auditors.Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm / 37.5hrs per week
Interview Date: Thursday 9th July 2026
For further information please contact: Lucy Murray, Deputy Service Manager on 07795 235112 or email: [email protected]
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements Essential
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Desirable
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital
Barrack Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)