Operator

Veolia Group; Hatton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Veolia operates at Hatton and Bioresources sites in Scotland and seeks an experienced Operative to manage process units, run a Seghers dryer and centrifuges, perform SCADA checks, and ensure timely, safe delivery of services.

The role reports to Unit Controllers and requires compliance with quality and safety policies, with on‑the‑job training leading to a salary rise to £36,474.96 plus benefits. A driving licence is essential and a standby rota applies.

Qualifications

• Driving licence is essential.
• Working safely and regulatory compliance expected.
• Experience issuing permits to work.
• Experience with Confined Space Regulations in wastewater or similar process.
• Strong problem solving in wastewater environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and report on daily activities within established procedures.
• Monitor, test and analyse service performance and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure equipment and resources are maintained and replaced as needed.
• Support planned maintenance system (PPM) and task completion.
• Input critical data accurately.

Skills

Driving licence

Working Safely

Permits to Work

Confined Space Regulations

Problem Solving

Education

SVQ 3 Wastewater management or willing to achieve Operator/Manufacturing Knowledge

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: £29,831.33 rising to £36,474.96 on completion of training, plus bonus and Veolia benefits Hours: 40 hours per week - 7.30 - 16.30 Mon - Thu, 7.30 - 14.00 Fri with half an hour unpaid lunch and standby rota Location: Hatton and Bioresources sites Scotland

We live in a world that needs to take care of its resources, and our mission at Veolia is to 'Resource the World'.

We have a new opportunity for an experienced Operative to join our team.

To report to the Unit Controller/Deputy Unit Controller with responsibility for the operational control of the Process Units within the Tay contract and associated sites, so as to meet all operating targets as defined in the operating contract.

To perform a range of assigned activities, responsibilities including the running of a Seghers dryer BFPs, GBTs Centrifuges and all processes required to run a STC building. SCADA checks laboratory sampling, testing, routine plant and network checks, first line maintenance and problem solving to ensure that services are delivered to time, cost and quality standards.

To ensure all statutory Quality and Safety policies and regulations are satisfied, and that all company policies are implemented and maintained.

What will you be doing?

• Carry out and report on a range of activities within established procedures monitor, test and analyse service performance and compliance with regulatory and business standards
• Ensure equipment and resources are used, maintained and replaced appropriately to meet business standards
• Carry out a range of routine activities to time and quality standards to ensure the smooth running of the overall process on a day to day basis
• Support of planned maintenance system PPM and Task spec completion
• Critical DATA input

What are we looking for?

• Driving licence is essential
• Working Safely
• Issuing Permits to Work
• Experience working with Confined Space Regulations etc.
• Problem Solving particularly in a wastewater environment or similar process related industry.
• SVQ 3 Wastewater management or willing to achieve Operator/Manufacturing Knowledge

Ready to see the world as we do?

Who is Veolia? Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.

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.