Wash Operative

Veolia; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Greater London is seeking an individual to operate pressure washing machinery safely and effectively. Responsibilities include cleaning vehicles while adhering to health and safety standards, maintaining a cleaning schedule, and ensuring tools are in good repair. Ideal candidates will possess good communication skills, a UK driver's license, and experience with pressure washers. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Support for physical, mental, and financial health

24-hour virtual GP access

Paid volunteer leave

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• UK Full drivers licence (Car).
• Experience with pressure washing equipment.
• Leadership experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate pressure washer machinery to clean vehicles.
• Use chemicals following health and safety procedures.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and provide feedback.
• Travel between local depots for pressure washing.
• Keep tools and equipment in good repair.

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem-solving under pressure

Flexibility

Ability to work alone

Training/experience for use of pressure washers

Tools

Pressure washers

Forklift

HGV

Job description

Salary: £15.83 per hour plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 10:30am - 7pm

Location: Merton, SM4 4AX

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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

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/people's pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing

• Operate pressure washer machinery safely and effectively to clean a variety of vehicles.
• Use degreasers, chemicals whilst following health and safety risk assessments and method statements.
• Maintain an established schedule as requested and provide feedback to improve schedule efficiency.
• Clean up debris and other waste materials from area being washed.
• Other manual duties as directed.
• Keep tools and equipment in good repair.
• Travel between local depots to carry out pressure washing as required.
• Clean and maintain wash areas to ensure safe operation at all times.
• Follow health and safety PPE requirements at all times.
• Complete vehicle washing log.

What we're looking for

Essential

• Good communication skills.
• The ability to work under pressure, actively seek solutions to problems and having flexibility to undertake a wide range of tasks are all key attributes.
• UK Full drivers licence (Car)
• Ability to work alone
• Training/experience for use of pressure washers.

Desirable

• Forklift licence (Counterbalance)
• HGV Licence
• Leadership experience
• Qualification issued by the Water Jetting Association (WJA)

What's next

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

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.