Supervisor

Veolia; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Shrewsbury is seeking an Operation Manager to oversee recycling processes at their facility. You will be responsible for assisting in daily production management, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards, and leading a team of personnel. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of safety protocols. This position offers competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Grocery discounts

Support resources for health

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Good Health & Safety knowledge required.
• Proven leadership experience within a similar operational role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist plant management with daily production running.
• Delegate responsibilities to shift personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Standards.
• Supervise and perform quality checks on materials.
• Communicate operational information to the plant production manager.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Leadership experience

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Job description

Overview

Salary - £18.50 ph plus Veolia benefits

Hours - 40 per week, Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00

Location - Battlefield Plastics Recycling Facility, Battlefield Way, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3EQ

The new Plastics Recycling Facility (PRF) is designed to process up to 200,000 tonnes of non-hazardous plastics annually. This processing includes manual separation, size reduction, automatic sorting, granulation, cleaning, washing, and either baling or bagging.

What we can offer you

• 20 days of annual leave increasing by one day per year after 2 years service to a maximum of 25 days.
• Access to our people’s pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on groceries and well known retailers
• Access to resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What will you be doing?

• Assist plant management in controlling the day to day production running of the site
• Assign tasks and delegate responsibilities to shift personnel
• Ensure all directly reporting operatives comply with company and Health and Safety Standards
• Undertake tasks in accordance with the company Quality and Environmental Management System and Health and Safety Regulations; maintain proper discipline on site
• Report defects or faults on the plant and mobile machinery to the site maintenance team and site management immediately
• Supervise and perform quality checks on material delivery to ensure it meets quality standards and site input specifications
• Ensure recycled plastic materials meet specified quality standards (e.g., purity, flow)
• Implement and enforce quality control procedures and checks
• Identify and report non-conforming materials or products
• Communicate operational information to the plant production manager

What are we looking for?

• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Proven leadership experience within a similar operational role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting, training, and team interaction

Desirable

• A UK driving licence and own transport

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's next?

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

Job Posting End Date: 19-12-2025

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 and demonstrates that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also shaping a rewarding, purposeful career.

We are committed to supporting applicants throughout the journey, offering reasonable adjustments where appropriate. As a Disability Confident Employer, we 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 strive for fair treatment without discrimination and aim to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.