Mobile Plant Operative

Veolia Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Group is seeking an operational worker for its composting facility in East Sussex. The role includes operating machinery, performing manual handling tasks, and maintaining site cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar roles and, preferably, a loading shovel licence. This is an excellent opportunity to join a recognized employer committed to ecological transformation and employee development.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manual handling operational role.
• Loading shovel licence is desirable.
• Experience with weighbridge operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operation of a loading shovel and shredding equipment.
• Learn to operate SCADA systems.
• Perform general site housekeeping and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Manual handling experience

Loading shovel operation

Weighbridge operation

Job description

time left to apply End Date: September 1, 2025 (12 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR25187

Ready to find the right role for you?

Hours: 45 hours per week Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.00pm

Weekend overtime available

Location: Woodlands In-Vessel Composting Facility, Whitesmith, East Sussex BN8 6JB

This site processes kitchen and green garden waste

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

- 20 days of annual leave

- Access to our people’s pension scheme

- Free physiotherapy service

- 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

- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you be doing?

Operation of a Loading Shovel/Shredding and screening equipment, full training will be provided

You will learn how the SCADA works and trained in its use

You will Operate the weighbridge as and when required

Help with greasing screening line in the Mornings

Help with cleaning the Shredding/screening equipment down at the end of the day

General housekeeping on the site with regular litter picking

Pressure washing and help keep areas washed down

Other general site duties as required by Site Supervisor

What are we looking for?

Previous experience gained in a similar operational manual handling role

Loading shovel licence and Weighbridge experience is desirable

What’s next?

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

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.

About Us

Ready to see the world as we do?

Who is Veolia?

Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us.

Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.