MRF Mobile Plant Operator

veoliauki; Alton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Staff benefits

Job summary

Veolia in Alton is seeking a hands-on operative to operate Front Loading Shovels, Telehandler and a 360 excavator to move waste and support daily site operations. The role requires a 40-hour week with rotating shifts from 06:00 to 14:30 and 14:30 to 23:00, plus routine maintenance duties.

You will liaise with site teams, complete paperwork, and ensure waste types are correctly handled and documented, while aiming to maximise recycled material weight and meet quality standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a similar operational environment.
• Mobile plant licence (Loading Shovel, 360 Material Handler, Digger or Telehandler) required.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport due to site location.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Front Loading Shovels, Telehandler and 360-degree Excavator to transport waste.
• Routine maintenance of mobile plant and equipment, including oils and water checks and reporting defects.
• Liaise with site personnel, contractors, tipping authorities and haulage department staff.
• Complete machine/plant hours, defect sheets and related paperwork.
• Ensure correct waste types are accepted and any non-conforming wastes are reported and dealt with.
• Carry out quality checks on outgoing recycled material to meet market quality standards.

Skills

Mobile plant licence

Driving licence

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £31,626.51 plus Veolia benefits

Overtime is available - time & a half for weekdays & Saturdays. Double time for Sundays

Staff engagement days

Cycle to work

Referral scheme

Location: Farnham Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 4JD

Hours: 40 hours, weekly rotating shifts 06:00am to 14:30pm and 14:30pm to 23:00pm

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

• Operate the Front Loading Shovels. Telehandler and 360-degree Excavator to transport waste
• Routine maintenance of mobile plant and equipment, including oils and water checks and reporting defects
• Liaise with site personnel, contractors, tipping authorities and members of the haulage department
• Complete machine/plant hours, defect sheets and other related paperwork
• Ensure that the correct waste types are accepted and any non conforming wastes are reported and dealt with accordingly
• Carry out quality checks on the outgoing recycled material to ensure that it meets the market quality standards
• Ensure that outgoing weights of recycled material are maximised
• You may be required by the Company to work at a different location than your normal place of work, from time to time, where it is reasonable and practical to do so.

What are we looking for

• Previous experience within a similar operational environment
• Mobile plant licence - either a Loading Shovel, 360 Material Handler, Digger or Telehandler licence is required
• Full UK driving licence and own transport due to the location of the site

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.