KAI DAVIS
West Molesey (Willing to travel),Surrey
Summary
Results-driven and approachable Senior Site Manager with extensive experience overseeing complex waste management operations across high-volume transfer stations. Recognised for driving continuous improvement, enhancing team performance and ensuring full compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Adept at managing large teams, liaising with multiple stakeholders including local authorities and contractors and leading site-wide projects from refurbishments to site process improvements. Trusted as a go to leader during operational challenges, known for empowering teams and raising site standards. I hold certifications in NEBOSH, IOSH and WAMITAB, and experienced in the use of business critical software to optimise site performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Site Manager
Suez Recycling & Recovery
Brentford, West London Brentford
01.2023 - Current
- Lead manager for a high-throughput waste transfer station processing over 200,000 tonnes annually across various waste streams under the WLWA PFI contract.
- Managed a team of 30+ staff including operatives, supervisors and maintenance personnel, overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Oversaw complex rail logistics, ensuring over 2,000 tonnes of waste per week were efficiently transported to Severnside Energy Recovery Centre.
- Initiated and led refurbishment projects across site offices and welfare areas enhancing working conditions and site presentation.
- Acted as COTC cover for site and liaised with local authorities to maintain compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Championed continuous improvement projects, contributing to operational efficiency and performance gains.
- Served as the primary point of contact for clients and contractors regarding site operations, issue resolution and service delivery.
- Utilised a range of business software systems including Scale Manager, Mainsaver, Coupa, materials manager and Fabriq to monitor site operations, monitor performance, control procurement and ensure data accuracy across reporting and compliance processes.
Site Manager
Suez Recycling & Recovery
Hayes, Middlesex
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Ran day-to-day operations of a busy transfer station, maintaining EA compliance and Band A site rating.
- Managed and developed a team of 12 staff; delivered KPI targets and ensured to nurture a honest safety culture.
- Oversaw audits, site inspections and infrastructure upgrades utilising CAPEX funding ensuring compliance, operational continuity and enhanced site standards.
- Strengthened interdepartmental and contractor relationships to drive site improvement.
- Supported lean management culture and implemented process optimisations.
Assistant Site Manager
Suez Recycling & Recovery
Aldershot, Hampshire
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed site operations, safety compliance and daily team coordination.
- Introduced a new disposal contract for Ash Vale and implemented a waste turnaround tracker.
- Regularly supported other managers and sites in the South East region.
- Contributed to permit compliance and customer service performance.
Operations Technician
Suez Alternative Energy, Gasification & Anaerobic Digestion
Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Supported daily- plant operations in gasification and anaerobic digestion.
- Conducted maintenance, waste handling and compliance checks.
- Involved in the commissioning of the Surrey Eco Park.
- Provided operational support at Isle of Man and Suffolk EFW facilities.
Refuse Loading Operative
Suez Recycling & Recovery
Kensington, Royal Kensington and Chelsea
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Collecting General and Recycling waste from the residents.
- Ensured that all customers' properties were kept clean after every collection.
- Worked as part of a fast-paced collection team ensuring all general and recycling waste was segregated before placing into the split-body refuse lorry.
Education
Level 4 High - WAMITAB (COTC) Level 4 TSH & TSNH
WAMITAB CIWM
LondonHealth & Safety
NEBOSH General Certificate
United Kingdom 02.2024 -
VRQ Diploma - Sport
Kingstonian FC
LondonSkills
- Site management
- Planning and design
- Operational support
- Facility management
- Process improvement strategies
- Change management
- Policies and procedures implementation
- High-pressure environments
- Maintenance planning
- 5S auditing
- Cost reduction and containment
- Profit and loss analysis
- Relationship building
- Multi-site operations
- Budget Management
- Staff Management
Additional Information
- I was awarded The Rydens Enterprise School Award for Contribution to the school at the annual Celebration Evening in September 2013.
- I have been nominated by my work colleagues for the 35 under 35 awards.
Additional Qualifications
- IOSH- Managing safety training.
- Confined space safety and rescue.
- First aid training.
- Banksman trained.
- Reversing Assistant training.
- Technical and process optimization; Pre-treatment (Air separators, Eddy currents, Magnets, Balers)
- Accident and investigation training.
- Scada system training
- Bronze coaching workshop.
- Health and safety representative training.
- Fire Marshall training.
- Lean management.
- Mental health first aider.
- Mobile plant licenses: Loading shovel, 360 grab, Telehandler, Tele-Truck, Genie boom and Scissor lift.
- Completed a management development programme which was held over 3 months.
- Asset Management woodhouse 12 module training.
- CI lean management training.
References
- Tom Jones - Previous Line Manager at Suez Recycling & Recovery - 07971 147350
- Steve Kirby - Direct Report at Suez Recycling & Recovery - 07811 034345
Timeline
Health & Safety
NEBOSH General Certificate
02.2024 -
Senior Site Manager
Suez Recycling & Recovery
01.2023 - Current
Site Manager
Suez Recycling & Recovery
11.2020 - 09.2023
Assistant Site Manager
Suez Recycling & Recovery
10.2019 - 11.2020
Operations Technician
Suez Alternative Energy, Gasification & Anaerobic Digestion
02.2018 - 10.2019
Refuse Loading Operative
Suez Recycling & Recovery
02.2017 - 02.2018
Level 4 High - WAMITAB (COTC) Level 4 TSH & TSNH
WAMITAB CIWM
VRQ Diploma - Sport
Kingstonian FC
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