Transfer Station Operative

Transfer Station Operative 

Salary: £28,995.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: Monday to Friday 42.5 hours per week

Location: Pennine View Industrial Estate, Off Gelderd Road, Birstall, WF17 9NF

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.

What we can offer you;

• 20 days of annual leave 

• Access to our company 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

• 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 will you be doing?

• Undertake all tasks in accordance with Veolia Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental policies and Veolia Management System.

• Operate the necessary plant equipment involved in the handling, sorting and transferring of waste. 

• Inspect incoming loads to ensure they comply with the relevant paperwork and site permit.

• Ensuring the yard area is kept clean and tidy.

• Marshalling vehicle movement around the site at busy times. 

• Assisting the site supervisor in day to day running of site operations.

What are we looking for?

• 1 or more licences to include: Loading Shovel and/or 360 Grab (full training can be given but at least one of these licences is `preferred)

• Waste and shredder experience is desirable. 

• Good communication skills. 

• Be able to work as part of a team.

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.