Operation & Maintenance Assistant

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension plan

Discounts on goods

Health and wellbeing resources

24/7 virtual GP for you and family

Volunteer day

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia Environmental Services (UK) Plc is seeking an Operation & Maintenance Assistant to support the safe, efficient operation of our Energy Recovery Facility. Under the Shift Team Leader, you’ll perform tipping hall tasks and monitor waste reception while ensuring compliance with procedures and environmental permits.

You’ll operate cranes and mobile plant, follow training, and collaborate with colleagues and contractors to meet health, safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Industrial experience in an operational or engineering role.
• Experience in an industrial environment, ideally continuous-process operation.
• Relevant qualifications or training for the duties.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the Energy Recovery Facility under the direction of the Shift Team Leader.
• Complete daily activities in the Tipping Hall and associated areas to maintain safe, efficient and effective operations.
• Monitor waste reception and disposal activities, ensuring vehicles and drivers comply with company procedures while on site.
• Operate refuse cranes, mobile plant, weighbridge equipment and other operational plant, following appropriate training.
• Support compliance with the site Environmental Permit and report any non-compliance, incidents or environmental issues to the Operations Manager.
• Work in accordance with the site's Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems and all relevant legislation.
• Assist company employees, contractors and other operational teams as required.
• Complete other reasonable duties requested by management to support the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

Job description

• Support the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the Energy Recovery Facility under the direction of the Shift Team Leader.
• Complete daily activities in the Tipping Hall and associated areas to maintain safe, efficient and effective operations.
• Monitor waste reception and disposal activities, ensuring vehicles and drivers comply with company procedures while on site.
• Operate refuse cranes, mobile plant, weighbridge equipment and other operational plant, following appropriate training.
• Support compliance with the site Environmental Permit and report any non-compliance, incidents or environmental issues to the Operations Manager.
• Work in accordance with the company's Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems and all relevant legislation.
• Assist company employees, contractors and other operational teams as required.
• Complete other reasonable duties requested by management to support the safe and efficient operation of the facility., 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. Knowledge of relevant regulatory, environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Experience working in an industrial environment, ideally within a continuous-process operation.
• Previous experience in an engineering or operational role would be beneficial.
• Relevant qualifications or training appropriate to the duties of the position.
• The ability to operate, or successfully train to operate, refuse cranes, mobile equipment, fixed plant and weighbridge systems.
• The ability to follow operational procedures and identify and report safety, environmental or compliance issues.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• The ability to work with minimal supervision while following direction from the Shift Team Leader.

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.

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. As an Operation & Maintenance Assistant you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. 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;

• 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; 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
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential