Training Director Environmental and Waste Management

Our client is an environmental and waste management consultancy and training provider supporting operators across the waste, recycling, resource management and environmental sectors. As the business continues to grow, they are now looking to recruit a Training Director to lead and develop this strategically important area of the business. Their services include: CIWM (WAMITAB) qualifications REHIS and bespoke environmental training Webinars and technical workshops Online learning through their Academy You will come from a Training and Assessment background, ideally with Environmental and Waste Management experience. Hybrid flexibility and travel across Scotland/North England as required Reporting to the Managing Director The Opportunity This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape and grow my clients training, competence and online learning services. The successful candidate will lead the operational management, commercial performance and strategic development of their Training department, including CIWM (WAMITAB) qualifications, their Academy and RubbishTalk. Beyond managing existing training services, this role offers the exciting opportunity to help grow innovative digital learning platforms that support the next generation of waste and environmental professionals through engaging, accessible and sector-relevant education. They are looking for someone who can combine strong leadership and organisational capability with commercial awareness, client relationship management and a proactive approach to business development. This role offers the opportunity to: Help shape how future waste managers and environmental professionals are trained Develop innovative online and blended learning approaches Expand industry engagement and sector influence Play a key leadership role in the continued growth of the company The role will also contribute to wider business leadership, strategic planning and future growth initiatives across the company.

Key Responsibilities

Department Leadership & Growth Lead the day-to-day operation of the Training department Support departmental growth, performance and profitability Monitor KPIs including pipeline activity, revenue and learner volumes Identify opportunities to improve systems, delivery and client experience Contribute to wider business planning and leadership discussions Business Development & Client Engagement Develop relationships with existing and prospective clients Identify opportunities for repeat business and additional services Prepare quotations and proposals Support sales pipeline and conversion activity Attend industry meetings, networking events and exhibitions Work alongside the marketing team on campaigns, webinars and sector engagement Training, Competence & Online Learning Oversee delivery of CIWM (WAMITAB) qualifications and training services Coordinate trainers, assessors and internal resources Ensure quality assurance and awarding body compliance requirements are maintained Support development of new training products and service offerings Lead the continued growth of the Academy and RubbishTalk Support development of online learning, webinars and digital training products Work with technical specialists to develop engaging industry-focused learning materials Drive learner engagement, platform growth and sector collaboration opportunities The Individual We are looking for someone who is: Commercially minded, organised and proactive Confident working with clients, stakeholders and teams Passionate about education, skills development and industry improvement Motivated by the opportunity to help grow a business area and make a wider industry impact The ideal candidate may come from: Waste, recycling or environmental management Vocational training and competence management Technical consultancy or compliance services Operational training or learning management Experience with CIWM (WAMITAB), environmental compliance or online learning platforms would be advantageous, but wider leadership and commercial capability is equally important. Essential Skills & Experience Proven leadership and people management capability Commercial awareness and business development experience Strong organisational and project management skills Excellent communication and relationship management abilities Experience managing operational delivery and performance targets Ability to manage multiple priorities and work proactively Experience developing services, products or client offerings Professional, practical and solutions-focused approach Desirable Attributes Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: Waste, recycling, environmental or resource management sectors CIWM (WAMITAB) qualifications and competence systems Vocational training or accredited learning programmes Online learning platforms, webinars or digital training products Business development, marketing or sector engagement activity Assessor, verifier or teaching qualifications Developing new services, learning products or client offerings What they Offer Opportunity to lead and shape a growing and strategically important business division A key role in developing the future of training and education within the waste and resource management sector Opportunity to grow innovative platforms such as their Academy and RubbishTalk Involvement in wider business leadership and future growth plans Varied role across operational, commercial and strategic activities Supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking team environment Flexibility and autonomy within the role, with scope to bring new ideas forward Opportunity to build industry relationships and enhance sector profile Competitive salary package dependent on experience Company pension and professional development support Long-term career development opportunity within a growing and ambitious business