Plant Supervisor

Veolia; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is looking for a Supervisor to oversee daily operations at the Road Sweeping Plant in Essex. The ideal candidate will have previous supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and a comprehensive understanding of health and safety legislation. This position offers a competitive salary plus benefits, including 25 days of annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Access to mental and physical health resources

24-hour access to virtual GP

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in an operational environment.
• Self-motivated with strong relationship-building skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the Road Sweeping Plant.
• Ensure shift personnel perform duties efficiently and safely.
• Manage waste and product flows and associated traffic management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong relationship-building skills

Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation

Excellent communication skills

IT literacy

Full UK driving licence

Education

IOSH Managing Safely certification

Tools

Microsoft packages

SCADA systems

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits

Grade: 4.3

Hours: 42.5 hours per week

Location: Coldharbour Lane, Rainham, Essex, RM13 9YB

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.

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

• Supervise daily operations of the Road Sweeping Plant to produce high-quality recycled products through effective decision-making and task delegation
• Ensure shift personnel perform duties efficiently and safely in compliance with company RAMS, safe systems of work, and local operating procedures
• Oversee coordination of machinery and equipment cleaning programmes and conduct essential machinery and plant checks
• Manage waste and product flows and associated traffic management systems
• Liaise with all operational departments to organize safe collection inputs and coordinate acceptance and processing of loads
• Coordinate the collection and delivery of end products from the Road Sweeping Plant
• Identify and requisition parts needed for plant maintenance and operations
• Prepare and submit monthly tonnage reports

What we're looking for

• Previous supervisory experience in a similar operational environment with ability to work collaboratively with other teams to maximize throughput and output
• Self-motivated with strong relationship-building skills and ability to perform effectively in highly pressurized environments
• IOSH Managing Safely certification or equivalent qualification required
• Comprehensive knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and safe working systems
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with proven ability to coach and motivate team members
• IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft packages and SCADA systems
• Experience in washing/aggregate recovery operations and mobile plant operation
• Loading Shovel and Tele-handler licenses desirable but not essential
• Full UK driving licence essential

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.