James Wilson driving sustainable recovery at scale.
With 15+ years in waste management and industrial operations, James leads our recovery systems division. He specializes in designing closed-loop solutions that turn complex waste streams into measurable value — combining operational rigor with circular economy principles.
Professional experience
Global Waste Solutions
Led operations for multi-site industrial waste recovery programs across North America. Directed a team of 120+ across sorting, logistics, and compliance functions. Implemented AI-driven routing optimization that reduced fleet emissions by 22% while increasing collection efficiency.
Current role
Scrapx
As Operations Director, I oversee the design and deployment of integrated recovery systems for enterprise clients. My focus is balancing technical innovation with operational practicality — ensuring every facility we build performs reliably at scale while advancing our clients' circular economy goals.
Key responsibilities
- End-to-end recovery system design and implementation
- Cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder management
- Regulatory compliance and ESG reporting oversight
- Technology evaluation and vendor partnership strategy