Business Support Coordinator

Veolia; Chilton (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company/pension scheme access

Discounts on groceries & retailers

Health, mental and financial wellbeing

24 hour virtual GP for you and family

One paid day per year to volunteer

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Business Support Coordinator at Chilton Power Station in Durham to drive procurement, reporting, and compliance activities. You will manage Purchase Orders, inventory, and documentation while supporting Maintenance and Operations teams in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.

The role emphasizes meticulous data entry, stakeholder communication, and the use of Workday, CMMS, and reporting tools. A strong service mindset and proactive problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Workday and Google Workspace.
• Proven PO management experience and procurement knowledge.
• Attention to detail and accurate data entry.
• Strong communication with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage Purchase Orders, process invoices, and liaise with suppliers.
• Maintain PPE inventory and ensure compliance requirements are met.
• Coordinate goods transfers with the customs import/export team.
• Prepare accurate daily and end-of-month reports using Workday and Google Workspace.
• Maintain RAMS and COSHH documentation; organise health screenings and training.
• Support Maintenance and Operations teams via CMMS and log safety concerns.
• Deliver excellent internal customer service and drive process improvements.

Skills

Workday

Google Workspace

Purchase orders

Procurement

Tools

CMMS

Excel

Power Automate

Power BI

Job description

Salary:

£29,000.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours:

40 hours per week

Location:

Chilton Power Station

Durham

DL17 0PB

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.

As a Business Support Coordinator you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. 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 plus bank holidays


• 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;

• Raise and manage Purchase Orders, process invoices, and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth procurement operations


• Manage PPE inventory across the site, ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained and all compliance requirements are met


• Liaise with the customs import/export team to coordinate goods transfers and ensure all documentation is processed correctly


• Prepare accurate daily and end-of-month operational reports, maintaining data entry, document control, and filing systems using Workday and Google Workspace


• Maintain critical compliance records including RAMS, COSHH documentation, and organise health screening, face fit testing, and training requirements for the team


• Support Maintenance and Operations teams using CMMS, log safety concerns on the Health and Safety Management System, and act as scribe for meetings


• Provide exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders and support process improvement initiatives across the department

What we're looking for;

• Proficiency with Workday and Google Workspace, with strong technical aptitude for learning new systems


• Proven experience in purchase order management and procurement processes, with excellent supplier liaison skills


• Meticulous attention to detail with strong data entry and organisational capabilities to manage multiple priorities


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels


• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate daily and end-of-month reports with a focus on quality and timeliness


• Strong customer service orientation with a proactive, solution-focused approach


• Experience in a regulated industry environment (desirable); CMMS system experience and advanced skills in Excel, Power Automate, or Power BI would be advantageous

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.