Shift Team Leader

Veolia; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Basingstoke is seeking a Shift Team Leader to operate high-pressure waste-fired boilers and supervise site activities. Applicants should have proven operational experience within a relevant process industry and hold an ONC in engineering or equivalent. Commitment to safety and environmental compliance is essential. This position offers competitive salary and various benefits including annual leave and health resources.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Access to health support resources

Paid volunteer day each year

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience with high-pressure waste fired boilers and turbo-generators.
• Understanding of environmental and health and safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate a high-pressure waste fired boiler and turbo-generator.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Manage safe systems of work for mechanical and electrical tasks.

Skills

Proven operational experience in a process industry

Good analytical and evaluation skills

Independent decision making in emergency conditions

Education

ONC or equivalent qualification in engineering

Job description

Overview

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive plus bonus plus Veolia benefits

Grade: 5.1

Hours: 20 hours per week, Rotational basis of days and nights covering weekends and bank holidays

Location: Whitmarsh Lane, Chineham, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8LL

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.

As a Shift Team Leader you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. 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

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays split equally between Job Share Personnel
• 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

• Operate a high-pressure waste fired boiler and turbo-generator with their ancillary systems from a central control room.
• Assist with outside plant duties as required.
• Supervise staff and contractors to ensure safe and efficient operation of all activities on site, under both steady-state and transient conditions.
• Ensure compliance with the Environmental Permit and other statutory requirements.
• Manage safe systems of work as a Senior Authorised Person for mechanical and electrical work, through the application of the ERF Safety Rules and corporate procedures.

What we're looking for

• Proven operational experience within a process industry such as EFW, power generation, petrochemicals, paper or similar industry.
• ONC or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
• An understanding of relevant environmental and health and safety issues.
• Good analytical and evaluation skills, in identifying and responding to plant abnormalities and contributing to the continual improvement of plant performance.
• Capable of independent decision making in emergency conditions.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This 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 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.