Waste Operative

TN United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in Telford. This role involves overseeing waste management activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and contributing to a sustainable environment. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers a range of benefits including annual leave, pension schemes, and ongoing training opportunities. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in a supportive workplace, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Resources for physical and mental health

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in waste management and operational roles.
• Ability to comply with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control on-site waste management activities.
• Collect and maintain records of waste and recycling.
• Assist management in health and safety compliance.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

FLT licence and experience

Similar operational industrial experience

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Salary: £15.09 ph plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 per week - Monday to Thursday 7.30am - 4.15pm and a 3pm finish on a Friday

Location: Telford, TF6 5AR



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 people's pension scheme

- Free physiotherapy service

- 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

- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential



What will you be doing?

• Direct and control all on-site waste management activities for the client
  
• Collecting general waste bins on site and empty into the compactor
  
• Collecting recycling bins to be emptied and bag recyclates
  
• Maintain paperwork and records of all collection from each location
  
• Assisting with large scale clearances
  
• Comply with all method statements and risk assessments.
  
• Assisting management to ensure compliance with all relevant Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation and secure a continual improvement in performance standards.
  

What are we looking for?

• Full UK driving licence
  
• FLT licence and experience
  
• Similar operational industrial experience
  

This position is subject to satisfactory security clearance.



Desirable -

• Chemical awareness training
  

What's next?



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



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.



We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.



We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.



If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.





Job Posting End Date:

20-05-2025

What's next?

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

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.