HWRC Manager

veoliauki; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health/financial well-being resources

24h virtual GP for you and family

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia UK in Aldershot seeks a hands-on manager to take responsibility for the smooth, safe, and efficient day-to-day operation of the Household Waste Recycling Centre. You will supervise on-site operatives and ensure compliance with waste permits and health and safety standards.

The role requires a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental procedures, with a proactive approach to promoting recycling and best practices across the site.

Qualifications

• Hands-on manager capable of running a busy recycling site.
• Able to supervise and motivate a team.
• Strong commitment to health and safety on site.
• Compliant mindset with permits, planning conditions and risk assessments.
• Understanding of Duty of Care and waste legislation.
• Commitment to Veolia's QHSE policies and procedures.
• Interest in recycling and environmental best practices.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the smooth, safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the Household Waste Recycling Centre in Aldershot.
• Supervise the recycling operatives on site, helping the team work effectively and maintain high standards.
• Ensure the site is operated in line with its waste permit, planning conditions, discharge consents and risk assessments.
• Apply relevant environmental requirements, including Duty of Care under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Regulation 12 of the Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011.
• Maintain the health and safety of everyone on site, including members of the public, visitors, employees and contractors.
• Follow Veolia's Quality, Health, Safety and Environment policies, procedures and business management system in all aspects of the role.
• Promote the recycling of materials wherever possible, making use of the best available techniques and supporting responsible waste management.

Skills

Hands-on manager

Team supervision

Health & safety

Compliance

Duty of Care

Environmental compliance

Waste management knowledge

Recycling experience

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary

£33,879.08 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours

9am - 4pm 1st October to 28th February, 9am - 5pm 1st March to 31st March, 9am - 6pm 1st April to 30th September

Location

Aldershot Hampshire GU12 4TX

What we can offer you

• 28 days of annual leave Inclusive of 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; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing

• Take responsibility for the smooth, safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the Household Waste Recycling Centre in Aldershot.
• Supervise the recycling operatives on site, helping the team work effectively and maintain high standards throughout the day.
• Ensure the site is operated in line with its waste permit, planning conditions, discharge consents and risk assessments.
• Apply relevant environmental requirements, including Duty of Care under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Regulation 12 of the Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011.
• Maintain the health and safety of everyone on site, including members of the public, visitors, employees and contractors.
• Follow Veolia's Quality, Health, Safety and Environment policies, procedures and business management system in all aspects of the role.
• Promote the recycling of materials wherever possible, making use of the best available techniques and supporting responsible waste management.

What we're looking for

• A capable, hands-on manager who can oversee the day-to-day running of a busy recycling site and keep operations organised and on track.
• Someone who can supervise, support and motivate a team of recycling operatives, while setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent standards.
• A strong commitment to health and safety, with the confidence to help keep staff, contractors, visitors and members of the public safe on site.
• A careful and responsible approach to compliance, including following permits, planning conditions, consents, risk assessments and relevant waste legislation.
• An understanding of the importance of Duty of Care and responsible waste handling, or the ability and willingness to apply these requirements in the role.
• A commitment to Veolia's quality, health, safety and environmental procedures, and to doing things correctly and consistently.
• A positive interest in recycling and environmental good practice, with a focus on making sure materials are recycled as much as possible.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also 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.