Recycling Operative

Veolia; Alton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Discounts on retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a dedicated operative at the Veolia Material Recovery Facility in Alton, Hampshire. The role covers a 40-hour week on rotating shifts (6am-2.30pm / 2.30pm-11pm), focusing on separating and hand-picking materials and plant cleaning.

A UK driving licence and own transport are required due to the site location. The package includes £12.71 per hour (£26,436.80 per year) with up to £1,469 attendance bonus, plus benefits such as 20 days’ annual leave, pension access, and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Positive attitude.
• Good team work skills.
• Attention to detail.
• A UK driving licence and own transport is required due to location.

Responsibilities

• Separating materials to meet the required standards.
• Hand picking individual materials off the conveyor belt.
• Undertaking cleaning duties within the plant.
• Providing cover when needed for other positions within the plant.

Job description

Salary: £12.71ph - £26,436.80 plus up to £1,469pa attendance bonus

• Overtime is available - time & a half for weekdays & Saturdays. Double time for Sundays
• Staff engagement days
• Cycle to work
• Referral scheme

Location: Veolia Material Recovery Facility, Farnham Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 4JD

Hours: 40 hours, rotating 2 week shift pattern - 6am-2.30pm and 2.30pm-11pm

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?

• Separating materials to meet the required standards.
• Hand picking individual materials off the conveyor belt.
• Undertaking cleaning duties within the plant.
• Providing cover when needed for other positions within the plant.

What are we looking for?

• Positive attitude.
• Good team work skills.
• Attention to detail.
• A UK driving licence and own transport is required due to location.

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.