Operations & Maintenance Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Stafford is seeking a dedicated individual to manage waste reception areas and operate plant equipment for maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate should have driving qualifications and a self-motivated approach. This role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including annual leave and wellness resources.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to pension scheme

Discounts on groceries

Health support resources

Paid volunteer day

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Counterbalance forklift truck, tele-handler and wheel loader driving qualifications or equivalent is desirable.
• Driving licence is essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage the waste reception and ash residue hall areas, maintaining a safe environment.
• Assist in operating the weighbridge.
• Operation of the plant refuge cranes.
• Cleaning of the plant and equipment to maintain health, safety and operational standards.
• Carrying out plant inspections, taking readings.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift truck operation

Self-motivated

Prioritization skills

Tools

Mobile plant equipment

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?



Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits

Grade: 4.1

Hours: 40 hours per week Monday - Saturday

Location: Enterprise Drive, Four Ashes, WV10 7DF



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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.



We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Our facility in Staffordshire is designed to process 340,000 tonnes of waste every year which is not suitable for recycling or composting. The facility will produce 26 MW of energy for the National Grid suitable for powering 66,000 homes.



What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays allowance
  
• Access to our company 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
  
• 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;

• Manage the waste reception and ash residue hall areas, maintaining a safe environment, managing vehicle movements and operating mobile plant equipment to load vehicles and maintain a high level of cleanliness
  
• To assist in operating the weighbridge
  
• Operation of the plant refuge cranes
  
• Cleaning of the plant and equipment to maintain the health, safety and operational standards required
  
• Carrying out plant inspections, taking readings and training with the operations shift team
  
• Any other duties as instructed by the Operations Supervisor / Shift Team Leader
  

What we're looking for;

• Counterbalance forklift truck, tele-handler and wheel loader driving qualifications or equivalent is desirable
  
• Self-motivated and the ability to prioritise tasks to achieve objectives
  
• Driving licence is essential for this position
  

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.



If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.





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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.