Operations & Maintenance Assistant

Veolia ES (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries/retailers

Health resources

Virtual GP access

Volunteer day

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia ES (UK) in Leeds is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Assistant for permanent night shifts. You will operate mobile plant, learn SCADA, and support safe, efficient plant operations while keeping the site clean and compliant.

The role includes a full UK driving licence requirement, on-site collaboration, and ongoing training with pay uplift after training plus night-shift allowance. 25 days leave and pension available.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential, with safe driving on site.
• Strong health and safety understanding and ability to follow procedures.
• Experience operating mobile plant and relevant licences is a plus.
• Hands-on, practical approach and team communication skills.
• Willingness to learn SCADA operation and safe isolation practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant to support safe, efficient facility running.
• Learn and use SCADA system to monitor and operate processes.
• Carry out cleaning across the MPT area and maintain a tidy site.
• Keep work areas clear of litter and hazards, report issues promptly.
• Assist with managing contractors and visitors and ensure site rules are followed.
• Perform pre-use checks on tools and machinery and report defects.

Skills

Driving licence

Health & safety

Mobile plant operation

SCADA

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Safety procedures

Tools

SCADA system

Plant licences

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £28,921.68 per annum plus Veolia benefits rising to £31,612.72 once training completed plus night shift allowance

Hours: 40 hours per week, permanent nights. 22:00pm - 06:30am with overtime available outside these hours

Location: Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 0RJ

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
• 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 support the safe and efficient running of the facility, including moving materials and helping collect recyclates.
• Learn to operate the plant SCADA system, once trained and authorised, and use it to support the monitoring and operation of the process.
• Carry out cleaning across the Mechanical Pre-Treatment (MPT) area, including the baling hall, yard, shredders, trommels, ballistic separators, equipment, structures, floors and mobile plant.
• Keep work areas clear of litter, spillages and other obstructions, helping maintain a clean, safe and orderly site.
• Assist with the safe management of contractors and visitors, making sure they understand and follow site rules and are directed appropriately.
• Work closely with colleagues, maintain clear communication with the team and pass on relevant operational information.
• Carry out pre-use checks on tools, equipment and machinery, and promptly report defects, damage or other safety and operational concerns.
• Follow site safety procedures at all times, including using handrails and marked walkways, knowing the location and correct use of emergency stops, and stopping work to report hazards or unsafe conditions.
• Assist with clearing plant blockages and carrying out basic isolations where trained and authorised, following the site's safe systems of work and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.

What we're looking for

• A full UK driving licence is essential, along with a responsible approach to driving and working safely on site.
• A good understanding of health and safety, with the confidence to follow procedures, recognise hazards and speak up when something does not look safe.
• Experience operating mobile plant, and relevant plant licences, would be an advantage.
• A practical, hands-on approach and an interest in working with machinery and supporting day-to-day plant operations.
• Someone who can work well as part of a team, communicate clearly and keep colleagues informed about issues or changes.
• A reliable and observant person who takes care with equipment, carries out checks thoroughly and reports problems promptly.
• The confidence to stop a task if there is a safety concern, and the judgement to seek guidance rather than take unnecessary risks.
• A willingness to learn new systems and procedures, including SCADA operation, plant inspections and safe isolation practices, completing all required training before undertaking these tasks.

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.