Plant Operator

Veolia Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave accrual up to 25 days

Company pension scheme

Wellbeing and health resources

Virtual GP 24/7, for you and family

Volunteer days

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a proactive Waste Operative in Northampton to help our teams manage waste resources safely and efficiently. You will wear PPE, move and load waste, and report any contamination or safety concerns to the team.

You must work well in a collaborative environment and hold a 360 and grab license. Hours are 40 per week, 08:00-17:00 with some flexibility, and the role offers a competitive salary with Veolia benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in an operational environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• 360 & grab licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Wear PPE and follow safety protocols.
• Move and load waste as directed.
• Report contamination and non-compliant waste or batteries.
• Report all safety and environmental concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Operational experience

Teamwork

360 license

Grab license

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: £32,000 per annum plus Veolia benefitsHours: 40 hours per week, 08:00-17:00 with flexibilityLocation: Northampton, NN5 5JEWhen 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.What we can offer you;20 days of annual leave (1 extra day annual leave for every year worked up to 25 days)Access to our company/people’s pension schemeStream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewardsDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your householdOne paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your communityOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat you’ll be doing;Wear PPEMove and load wasteReport contamination and non-compliant waste batteriesReport all service, safety and environmental concernsWork as a teamStay in contact with the team on 2 way radioLook out for each other and our customersCheck all vehicles before using them, report defectsStop the job if it's unsafe, report to line managerStay alert for fires, report smoke, smouldering and flamesWhat we're looking for;EssentialExperienced working in an operational environmentTeam working360 & grab licenseDesirablePrevious experience in a waste management environmentWhat’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.