Sustainable Waste Transfer Operator

Veolia Group; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Retailer discounts

Health and well-being resources

24h virtual GP for you and family

Volunteer day

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia is looking for a Transfer Station Operative in Marchwood to handle hazardous waste materials and support site operations. The role involves receiving, sorting, packing, and storing materials and may include forklift duties, bulking, and repacking under site chemists’ direction.

The position requires GCSEs in English, Maths and IT, with preferable A-levels, and a strong emphasis on health and safety. Training, outdoor work, and a supportive team culture are provided.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths and IT are required, with A-levels preferable.
• Proficiency with Excel and internal systems is expected.
• Forklift truck experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong health and safety understanding is required.
• Ability to read Work Instructions and Risk Assessments; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, sorting, packing and storing hazardous waste materials including oils, aerosols, lithium batteries, plastic drums and general waste.
• Operating a forklift truck for loading and unloading palletised waste.
• Carrying out bulking and repacking of waste materials as directed by Site Chemists.
• Performing daily and weekly checks within the Transfer Station.
• Organising outgoing loads and scanning/uploading shipments onto internal systems.
• General housekeeping duties including sweeping, tidying bays and jet washing.
• Working in accordance with current legislation, site licence and company procedures.

Skills

English GCSEs

Maths GCSEs

IT GCSEs

Health and safety awareness

Strong communication

Education

A-levels preferable

Tools

Forklift truck experience

Job description

Veolia is looking for a Transfer Station Operative in Marchwood to handle hazardous waste materials and support site operations. The role involves receiving, sorting, packing, and storing materials and may include forklift duties, bulking, and repacking under site chemists’ direction.

The position requires GCSEs in English, Maths and IT, with preferable A-levels, and a strong emphasis on health and safety. Training, outdoor work, and a supportive team culture are provided.