Operations & Maintenance Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the UK seeks an Operations & Maintenance Assistant. In this role, you will operate mobile equipment, assist with maintenance tasks, and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures. Candidates should have mobile plant qualifications and communicate effectively. This position offers competitive salary and numerous benefits, including extensive training and development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Virtual GP access for you and family

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess current mobile plant and fork truck driving qualifications.
• Ability to learn and operate various mobile equipment and fixed plant.
• Intermediate computer skills and familiarity with health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Use of forklift to empty process metal skips and manage deliveries.
• Conduct routine maintenance of mobile plant and report defects.
• Assist with on-site traffic management and site housekeeping.

Skills

Current mobile plant and fork truck driving qualifications

Ability to operate mobile equipment

Intermediate computer skills

Familiarity with health & safety procedures

Effective communication skills

Willingness to work overtime

Job description

Overview

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits

Grade: 4.1

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: North Quay Road

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;

• Use of forklift to empty process metal skips and unload vehicle deliveries of process consumables
• Carry out routine & basic maintenance of mobile plant, including oil and water checks etc, reporting defects found
• Assist with on-site traffic management and site housekeeping
• Operate overhead travelling refuse cranes
• Operate weighbridge & plant maintenance computer systems
• Support operations and maintenance colleagues as required routine tasks on day shift
• Compliance with company environmental, health and safety procedures and statutory requirements
• Carry out other reasonable tasks and duties as requested by management

What we're looking for;

• Current mobile plant and fork truck driving qualifications
• Ability to operate, or train to operate, a variety of mobile equipment and fixed plant
• Intermediate computer skills
• Familiarity with health & safety procedures
• Able to communicate effectively orally & in writing
• Available and willing to work overtime (paid) when workload demands

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.