Operations & Maintenance Assistant

Veolia; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a dedicated team member in Marchwood to ensure compliance with environmental permits and oversee daily operations. Candidates should have knowledge of health and safety regulations and ideally experience in engineering. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including 33 days annual leave and access to health resources.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

24-hour access to a virtual GP

Paid day leave for volunteering

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience gained through working in an industrial environment, preferably with a continuous process.
• Able to work shifts and operate various mobile equipment.
• Ideally some experience in an Engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day compliance with the Environmental Permit.
• Ensure optimal operational efficiency in the Tipping Hall and associated areas.
• Control reception/disposal of waste and ensure compliance on site.

Skills

Knowledge of Regulatory and Health & Safety requirements

Ability to operate mobile equipment and fixed plant

Self-motivated and flexible

Education

Appropriate Qualifications for the duties of the post

Tools

Experience in an Engineering role

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits

Grade: 4.1

Hours: 40 hours per week, Special Conditions Shift pattern that may include weekends and Public Holidays

Location: Veolia - Marchwood Hazardous

Area 6 Oceanic Way

Marchwood Industrial Park

Marchwood

Hampshire

SO40 4BD

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.

What we can offer you

• 33 days of annual leave (Work 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

• Carry out the day to day compliance with the Environmental Permit, reporting any non-compliance or incidents to the O&M Supervisor/Operations Manager
• Carry out all daily activities in the Tipping Hall and associated areas ensuring optimal operational efficiency
• Control the reception / disposal of waste and ensure compliance with Company Procedures by all vehicles / drivers while on site
• Operate refuse cranes, mobile plant, weighbridge and other equipment as required by the operational demands of the ERF
• Work within the company's Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System and all relevant legislation
• Assist other Company staff and contractors as required
• Carry out other reasonable tasks and duties as requested by management

The above is a summary of the main tasks and responsibilities of the post; further tasks and responsibilities may be required within the demands of the business.

What we're looking for

• Knowledge of Regulatory and Health & Safety requirements
• Ideally some experience in an Engineering role
• Appropriate Qualifications for the duties of the post
• Experience gained through working in an industrial environment preferably involving a continuous process
• Able to operate, or train to operate, a variety of mobile equipment and fixed plant
• Ability to work shifts
• Self-motivated and flexible, working with minimal supervision

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.