RDF Operative

Salary - £28,359.51 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Overtime when needed 

Hours - 46.5 hours per week

Location - Colwick Transfer Station, Nottinghamshire, NG4 2JU

This new facility is for bulking, treatment and transfer of waste materials collected from local businesses and householders. It also does the shredding of residual waste to produce refuse derived fuel (RDF).

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;

- 20 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?

• Operate mobile plant, baler and shredder.

• Ensure turnaround times are met regarding the tipping and loading of vehicles

• Inspection of all input and output material and reporting of any non conforming loads and ensuring the quality meets with customers specification

• Ensure that the facility is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned up before leaving the are

• Ensure that all related documentation is completed in a timely and accurate fashion

What are we looking for?

• Similar operational / manual handling experience

• Yellow plant licence - Loading shovel is essential

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.