Depot Administrator

Veolia; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a Payroll Administrator. In this role, you will manage payroll processes, support procurement tasks, and maintain stock control. The ideal candidate will have a background in administration within an operational setting and experience in payroll systems. This position requires proficiency in Google Suite and offers a competitive benefits package, including 25 days of annual leave and ongoing training opportunities. It's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Health resources

Access to a virtual GP

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven administration experience in an operational or industrial environment.
• Experience in payroll administration and procurement processing is desirable.
• Ability to produce written reports and documentation for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly payroll process with accurate data entry and leave administration.
• Raise requisitions/Purchase Orders and manage procurement queries.
• Control depot PPE and clothing supplies.
• Provide support for ad-hoc projects and welfare initiatives.

Skills

Administration experience

Proficiency in Google Suite

Payroll administration experience

Report writing

Valid UK driving licence

Tools

Google Suite

Workday HRIS system

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?
Grade: 4.1
Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday 08:30am – 5pm
Location: Shrewsbury, SY5 6HT

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company/people’s pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well‑known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• 24‑hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and your family members in your household
• One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you be doing

• Manage the monthly payroll process including accurate data entry, leave and absence administration
• Raise requisitions/Purchase Orders and manage emerging procurement queries
• Stock control of depot PPE and clothing supplies
• Provide ad‑hoc project support to managers and supervisors
• Answer incoming telephone calls and redirect as required
• Support the Depot welfare initiatives, including themed events, communications to the workforce and other stakeholders
• Coordinate bookings of the work spaces and required services, support for meetings

What we're looking for

• Proven administration experience, ideally within an operational or industrial environment
• Payroll administration and procurement processing experience (desirable)
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Drive) and Workday HRIS system (desirable)
• Experience producing written reports, emails, and documentation for internal teams and external stakeholders
• Valid UK driving licence

What's next

Apply today so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Veolia is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from under‑represented groups. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and offer adjustments where reasonable.

We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.