Supervisor

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Ambrosden; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Refer an Engineer to us: £1000

Company pension scheme

Free physio and 24/7 GP service

Discounts on retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc is seeking a hands-on supervisor to lead waste, facilities and cleaning teams on site in Ambrosden. You will allocate tasks, manage rotas and meetings, coordinate waste processes and oversee cleaning to meet KPIs.

A forklift licence and facilities experience are essential, with a clear focus on health and safety and cost control. You will liaise with clients and suppliers, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements in operations while

Qualifications

• GCSEs in at least four subjects, including Maths and English, or equivalent, plus two A-Levels.
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence; additional facilities management or related training is desirable.
• Proven experience in facilities and waste management, ideally in a supervisory or team leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise waste, facilities and cleaning teams, including allocating tasks, managing rotas and meetings.
• Coordinate daily waste collection, segregation, processing and storage, and operate baling equipment.
• Oversee cleaning operations, ensuring quality standards and KPIs are achieved.
• Manage health, safety and environmental compliance, conduct inspections and audits.
• Manage resources and costs, identify process improvements and cost savings.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and suppliers; monitor KPIs, audits and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Safety compliance

Education

GCSEs in at least four subjects including Maths and English

Two A-Levels

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Job description

• Lead and supervise waste, facilities and cleaning teams, including allocating tasks, managing rotas, conducting meetings, supporting development and maintaining effective communication.
• Coordinate daily waste collection, segregation, processing and storage across the site, including operating baling equipment and supporting waste vehicle loading and unloading.
• Oversee cleaning operations, including routine and deep cleans, unplanned activities and ad hoc tasks, ensuring quality standards and KPIs are achieved.
• Manage health, safety and environmental compliance by conducting inspections and audits, maintaining records, reporting incidents and implementing corrective actions.
• Manage resources, equipment, consumables and operational costs, ensuring efficient use of personnel and supplies while identifying process improvements and cost savings.
• Manage stakeholders and contract performance by liaising with clients, departments, contractors and suppliers; monitoring KPIs, completing audits, maintaining compliance records and preparing reports. GCSEs in at least four subjects, including Maths and English, or equivalent, plus two A-Levels.
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence; additional Facilities Management or related training is desirable.
• Proven experience in facilities and waste management, ideally in a supervisory or team leadership role.
• Experience carrying out waste and cleaning duties in production areas, maintaining facility standards and following cleaning plans and operating procedures.
• Knowledge and practical experience of waste processing and recycling, including segregation, baling and compacting; manufacturing experience is desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisation, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with knowledge of facilities systems, maintenance, safety regulations and relevant computerised management and reporting systems.

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.

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:

• 25 days of annual leave
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn 1000
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential