Plant Operator

Veolia; East Hertfordshire; In loco; GBP 31.000 - 37.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Annual leave 20 days

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Employee discounts

Health resources

Training & development

Descrizione del lavoro

Veolia is seeking a hands-on Loader Operator at our Hertfordshire site. You will operate a wheeled loading shovel and support the movement of materials to and from HGVs and the mobile shredder. The role requires vigilance with stockpiles, routine safety checks, and upkeep of equipment.

You will perform weighbridge duties when required and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards. A valid NPORS or CPCS card and basic mechanical knowledge are essential.

Competenze

• Loading shovel licence and experience required.
• Similar operational heavy plant experience preferred.
• Valid operator competency cards such as NPORS or CPCS are desirable.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is beneficial.

Mansioni

• Operate a wheeled loading shovel.
• Load HGV vehicles and operate the mobile shredder.
• Monitor, organise, and maintain material stockpiles and transport items across the facility.
• Conduct daily pre-use safety inspections, perform basic upkeep like greasing and cleaning, and report any mechanical faults.
• Weighbridge duties when needed.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations, wear required PPE, and keep work areas clean.

Conoscenze

Loading Shovel Licence

Heavy Plant Experience

NPORS/CPCS Cards

Basic Mechanical Knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary - Between £15ph - £18ph depending on experience

Hours - 45 per week, Monday to Friday 07:00 till 16:30

Overtime when needed on weekends

Location - Hertfordshire East Transfer Station, Ware, SG12 0EL

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.

Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, 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;

• 20 days of annual leave
• Access to our people’s pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• 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
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you be doing?

• Operating a wheeled loading shovel
• Loading HGV vehicles and operating the mobile shredder
• Monitor, organise, and maintain material stockpiles and transport items across the facility.
• Conduct daily pre-use safety inspections, perform basic upkeep like greasing and cleaning, and report any mechanical faults.
• Weighbridge duties when needed
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations, wear required PPE, and keep work areas clean

What are we looking for?

• Loading Shovel licence and experience
• Similar operational heavy plant experience
• Valid operator competency cards such as NPORS or CPCS
• Basic mechanical knowledge

What’s next?

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.