Operations & Maintenance Assistant

Veolia; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme access

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Virtual GP 24/7 for you and family

One paid day for volunteering

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Assistant at Battlefield Energy Recovery Facility, Battlefield, Shropshire. You will support safe and reliable energy recovery from residual waste, coordinating site activities and ensuring high standards of health and safety.

The role is 40 hours per week on a staggered day rota, with ongoing training and Veolia benefits. A full driving licence is essential; forklift qualifications and mobile plant experience are desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong technical ability with a practical hands-on approach to supporting plant operations and maintenance.
• Safety-conscious team player able to work cooperatively with colleagues.
• Confident problem-solver able to respond to day-to-day operational issues and changing priorities.
• Self-motivated and organised with ability to manage several tasks with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and computer skills for clear information sharing and accurate work.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Battlefield Energy Recovery Facility to transform residual waste into energy.
• Manage waste reception and ash residue areas, keeping them organised and safe.
• Coordinate vehicle movements and operate mobile plant to load vehicles and move materials.
• Operate plant refuge cranes following safety procedures.
• Clean plant and equipment to maintain health, safety, cleanliness and performance.
• Carry out plant inspections and share readings with the operations team.

Skills

Technical ability

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Driving licence

Forklift qualifications desirable

Mobile plant experience desirable

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Telehandler

Wheel loader

Job description

Salary

£34,000.04 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours

40 hours per week (On a staggered day rota)

Location

Battlefield ERF, Shropshire, SY1 3TG

About the role

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

• 33 days 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

• Help operate and maintain the Battlefield Energy Recovery Facility, supporting the safe and reliable transformation of residual waste into energy.
• Manage the waste reception and ash residue hall areas, keeping them organised, clean and safe for colleagues, visitors and contractors.
• Coordinate vehicle movements around the site and operate mobile plant to load vehicles and support the efficient movement of materials.
• Operate the plant refuge cranes, following site procedures and safety requirements.
• Clean plant and equipment regularly to help maintain high standards of health, safety, cleanliness and operational performance.
• Carry out plant inspections, take readings and share relevant information with the operations team to help monitor the facility.
• Work alongside the operations shift team, take direction from the Operations Supervisor or Shift Team Leader, and carry out other duties as required.

The role is 40 hours per week on a staggered day rota.

What we're looking for

• Someone with strong technical ability and a practical, hands‑on approach to supporting plant operations and maintenance.
• A safety-conscious team player who can work cooperatively with colleagues and contribute to a well‑run facility.
• A confident problem‑solver who can respond sensibly to day‑to‑day operational issues and changing priorities.
• A self‑motivated and organised person who can work with minimal supervision and manage several tasks effectively.
• Good communication and computer skills, with the ability to share information clearly and complete work accurately.
• A full driving licence is essential. Current counterbalance forklift, telehandler and wheel loader qualifications-or equivalent-are desirable.
• Experience operating mobile plant would be an advantage, along with a willingness to learn and develop skills as part of the operations team.

Disability & Diversity

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