Site Operative

Veolia; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme access

Discounts for groceries and retailers

Health and wellbeing resources for you

24 hour virtual GP for you and family

One paid day to volunteer

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia is hiring for a vehicle wash operative in London area. The role involves operating pressure washers to clean a variety of vehicles, handling degreasers and chemicals per safety procedures, and maintaining the wash site and logs.

You will follow risk assessments, adhere to PPE rules, and perform related manual duties as needed. The position requires a UK HGV Cat C licence, a counterbalance forklift licence, and a Water Jetting Association qualification.

Qualifications

• Training/experience for use of pressure washers.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexible to undertake a wide range of tasks are all key attributes.
• UK Full HGV licence (Cat C)
• Forklift licence (Counterbalance)
• Qualification issued by the Water Jetting Association (WJA)

Responsibilities

• Operate pressure washer machinery safely and effectively to clean a variety of vehicles.
• Use degreasers, chemicals whilst following health and safety risk assessments and method statements.
• Maintain an established schedule as requested and provide feedback to improve schedule efficiency.
• Clean up debris and other waste materials from wash area and site.
• Other manual duties as directed by Workshop Manager.
• Keep tools and equipment in good repair.
• Clean and maintain Site areas to ensure safe operation at all times.
• Follow health and safety PPE requirements at all times.
• Complete vehicle washing log.
• Complete necessary vehicle movements to and from other locations.

Skills

Pressure washing experience

Work under pressure

Ability to work alone

Flexible to tasks

Tools

UK HGV licence (Cat C)

Forklift licence (Counterbalance)

Water Jetting Association (WJA) qualification

Job description

Salary: £17.83 per hour plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 10:00 - 18:30

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. 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;

• 25 days of annual leave
• 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 pressure washer machinery safely and effectively to clean a variety of vehicles.
• Use degreasers, chemicals whilst following health and safety risk assessments and method statements.
• Maintain an established schedule as requested and provide feedback to improve schedule efficiency.
• Clean up debris and other waste materials from wash area and site.
• Other manual duties as directed by Workshop Manager.
• Keep tools and equipment in good repair.
• Clean and maintain Site areas to ensure safe operation at all times.
• Follow health and safety PPE requirements at all times.
• Complete vehicle washing log.
• Complete necessary vehicle movements to and from other locations.

What we're looking for;

• The ability to work under pressure, actively seek solutions to problems and having
• Flexibility to undertake a wide range of tasks are all key attributes.
• UK Full HGV licence (Cat C)
• Ability to work alone
• Training/experience for use of pressure washers.
• Forklift licence (Counterbalance)
• Qualification issued by the Water Jetting Association (WJA)

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.