Site Supervisor

Veolia; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company seeks a Site Supervisor in Newbury. The role involves ensuring safety procedures, overseeing operations, and managing a team. Applicants should have management experience and good communication skills, with additional qualifications like HGV 2 being advantageous. Competitive salary and notable employee benefits are provided.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

24 hour access to virtual GP

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in team management and safety procedures is essential.
• Attention to detail and adherence to regulations are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety procedures.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of designated sites.
• Monitor and maintain recycling quality standards.
• Prepare accurate documentation and reports.

Skills

Good communication skills

Good IT skills

Management experience

Attention to detail

Tools

HGV 2 licence

Job description

Overview

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive, with company van for business use plus Veolia benefits

Grade: 4.3

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00

Location: Newtown Road HWRC, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20 9AG

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 Site Supervisor 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
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members
• One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What you'll be doing

• Implement and maintain safety procedures, conduct work safe observations, and investigate accidents/incidents to ensure worker safety in designated work areas
• Operate and monitor fixed/mobile plant equipment and weighbridge, reporting defects and arranging waste collection through internal or external contractors
• Oversee day-to-day operations of both Newtown Rd and Padworth HWRC sites, ensuring safe, clean, and well-maintained facilities with timely waste removal
• Monitor and maintain recycling quality standards for inputs and outputs, ensuring compliance with Quality and Environmental Management Systems
• Supervise and motivate team members, assign tasks based on individual capabilities, and assist with performance evaluations
• Ensure adherence to Odour Management Plan, Environmental Permitting, Planning Permission requirements, and all Health and Safety Regulations
• Prepare accurate documentation, production sheets, and reports while maintaining discipline and procedural compliance in work areas
• Monitor workforce training and resource needs, cascade corporate communications, and assist in site improvement initiatives for enhanced effectiveness and efficiency

What we're looking for

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Good IT skills
• Management experience
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• HGV 2 licence
• Experience in operating yellow plant
• IoSH Qualification
• Waste management experience

What's next?

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

We’re committed 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, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.