Supervisor

Veolia; North East; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP

Discounts

Health resources & development

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia is recruiting for a waste site operations role based at Newcastle, with 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday. The role focuses on managing daily site operations, safety compliance, waste coordination and stakeholder support.

IT literacy, waste management experience and IOSH Managing Safely are required, along with FLT B1 and van driving competencies. You will be part of a team dedicated to safe, compliant waste management with opportunities for training and development within Veolia's

Qualifications

• IT literate with ability to use Google software confidently.
• Experience of waste management and relevant legislation.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Knowledge of permits to work, risk assessments and method statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations, including risk assessments, safety briefings and RAMS compliance.
• Check plant, equipment and fuel use; report defects and maintain stock levels.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture and report concerns appropriately.
• Coordinate waste collections, segregation, storage, inspections and documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks, maintain training records and support audit and reporting requirements.
• Act as the main site contact for waste queries, supporting stakeholders and the Contract Manager.

Skills

IT literate

Waste management

IOSH Managing Safely

Permits to work

Risk assessments

Method statements

Communication

FLT licence

Van driver competency

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: up to £33,100 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri 7.30am to 4pm

Location: Siemens Energy - Parsons Works, Shields Road, Heaton, Newcastle, NE6 2YL

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
• 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

What you'll be doing:

• Manage daily site operations, including risk assessments, safety briefings and compliance with RAMS.
• Check plant, equipment and fuel use; report defects and maintain stock levels.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture and report concerns appropriately.
• Coordinate waste collections, segregation, storage, inspections and documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks, maintain training records and support audit and reporting requirements.
• Act as the main site contact for waste queries, supporting stakeholders, service improvements and the Contract Manager.

What we’re looking for:

• IT literate, with the ability to use Google software confidently.
• Experience of waste management and relevant legislation.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Knowledge of permits to work, risk assessments and method statements.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to ongoing learning.
• FLT licence: B1 counterbalance, up to 5 tonnes.
• Valid van driver competency.

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.