Operation & Maintenance Assistant

Veolia; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

24 hour virtual GP for you and family

One paid day to volunteer

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Assistant at Newhaven ERF to operate mobile plant, assist with routine maintenance, and support safe site traffic movements. You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, at the Newhaven location, contributing to Veolia’s mission of sustainable resource management.

The role offers 25 days leave plus bank holidays, a pension scheme, and ongoing development opportunities, along with benefits designed to support health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Current mobile plant and fork truck driving qualifications with a safety-first approach.
• Ability to operate (or train to operate) a range of mobile equipment and fixed plant in an operational environment.
• Competent, intermediate computer skills, with confidence using site systems and recording information accurately.
• A good understanding of health and safety procedures, and a focus on safe working practices.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, across the site.
• Flexibility to support operational demand, including willing to work paid overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant to empty process metal skips and unload deliveries of process consumables, keeping operations running smoothly.
• Carry out routine, basic maintenance checks on mobile plant (oil and water checks), reporting defects and escalating issues promptly.
• Support safe vehicle and pedestrian movements through on-site traffic management, and maintain housekeeping standards across the site.
• Operate overhead travelling refuse cranes following procedures and safety requirements.
• Use weighbridge and plant maintenance computer systems to record movements, monitor activity and support day-to-day plant administration.
• Provide hands-on support to operations and maintenance colleagues with routine day-shift tasks as required.
• Work in full compliance with environmental, health and safety procedures and all relevant statutory requirements.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by site management.

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Fork truck driving

Computer literacy

Health and safety awareness

Communication skills

Flexibility / overtime willingness

Job description

Salary: £34,205.81 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, mon-fri

Location: Veolia Newhaven ERF, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 0AB

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 Operations & 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

What you'll be doing;

• Operate mobile plant to empty process metal skips and unload deliveries of process consumables, keeping operations running smoothly
• Carry out routine, basic maintenance checks on mobile plant (including oil and water checks), reporting defects and escalating issues promptly
• Support safe vehicle and pedestrian movements through on-site traffic management, and maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site
• Operate overhead travelling refuse cranes in line with operating procedures and safety requirements
• Use the weighbridge and plant maintenance computer systems to record movements, monitor activity and support day-to-day plant administration
• Provide hands-on support to operations and maintenance colleagues with routine day-shift tasks as required
• Work in full compliance with environmental, health and safety procedures and all relevant statutory requirements
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by site management

What we're looking for;

• Current mobile plant and fork truck driving qualifications, with a safety-first approach
• The ability to operate (or train to operate) a range of mobile equipment and fixed plant in an operational environment
• Competent, intermediate computer skills, with confidence using site systems and recording information accurately
• A good understanding of health and safety procedures, and a consistent focus on safe working practices
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across the site
• Flexibility to support operational demand, including willingness to work paid overtime when required

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.