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Salary: Competitive plus bonus, company car & pension

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week

Location: Bromley

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.

• Ensure the cost effective management of the services on the Bromley contract, including two Transfer Stations and two HWRCs.
• Manage a circa 30 employee workforce.
• Ensure the sites have competent operational staff who feel empowered and motivated.
• Ensure staff are fully trained and identify areas of training needed.
• Ensure KPIs are met to ensure financial penalties are not applied.
• Responsible for the safety of the workforce and ensuring a safety first culture is at the centre of activities and all HR processes are adhered to.
• Ensure material is dispatched as per waste flow requirements.
• Maximise and fully utilise the fixed and mobile plant on site.
• Ensure the budget is met, reviewed and costs are monitored.
• Ensure compliance on the contract.
• Work to reduce absence, accidents and injuries.
• Ensure effective management of any defects and ensure that all damage to property and vehicles is reported promptly.
• Maintain and evolve a partnership approach with council officers and the wider Veolia regional team acting as a key contact and deputising for the Senior Contract Manager, as required.

Essential:

• Experience of people management, developing and training teams.
• IOSH and good working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• Experience within waste transfer services & the waste industry.
• COTC (Certificate of Technical Competence) Transfer Hazardous.
• Strong communication skills.
• IT literate with experience using operational management systems.

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.

Job Posting End Date: 23-12-2025