Wheeled Loading Shovel Operator – Day Shift + Benefits

Veolia; Ware; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia in Ware, at Hertfordshire East Transfer Station, is seeking a loading shovel operator. You will work 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:00–16:30, with overtime on weekends, paid at competitive rates between £15 and £18 per hour.

Join a team focused on safe operations, environmental responsibility and career development. We offer 20 days leave, pension, free physiotherapy, retailer discounts and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical knowledge for handling heavy equipment.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to regulations.
• Able to work as part of a team in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a wheeled loading shovel.
• Load HGVs and operate the mobile shredder.
• Monitor, organise, and maintain material stockpiles and transport items.
• Conduct daily pre-use safety inspections and report faults.
• Weighbridge duties when needed.
• Follow health, safety and environmental regulations and keep areas clean.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Loading Shovel licence

NPORS or CPCS

Job description

Veolia in Ware, at Hertfordshire East Transfer Station, is seeking a loading shovel operator. You will work 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:00–16:30, with overtime on weekends, paid at competitive rates between £15 and £18 per hour.

Join a team focused on safe operations, environmental responsibility and career development. We offer 20 days leave, pension, free physiotherapy, retailer discounts and ongoing training.