Operations Supervisor

Environmental, Chemical, Process.

About the Role

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.

Veolia Emerging Talent
At Veolia, we see the world differently. By joining us as a graduate, degree apprentice or intern you'll be helping us to find innovative and meaningful solutions to solve the climate crisis and protect the planet's natural resources.

As an Operations Supervisor 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 you'll be doing;

  • Drive mobile plant to manage the waste reception areas and load vehicles for outward waste transport 
  • Carry out routine & basic maintenance of mobile plant, including oil and water checks etc., reporting defects found
  • Receive deliveries of process consumables 
  • Assist with on-site traffic management and site housekeeping
  • Operate overhead travelling refuse cranes
  • Operate weighbridge & plant maintenance computer systems
  • Liaise with contractors and suppliers, on and off site
  • Support operations and maintenance colleagues as required
  • Compliance with company environmental, health and safety procedures and statutory requirements
  • Carry out other reasonable tasks and duties as requested by management

What we're looking for;

Essential

  • Capability for independent leadership of a small team within a complex environment
  • Ability to operate, or train to operate, a variety of mobile equipment and fixed plant
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Familiarity with health & safety procedures
  • Able to communicate effectively orally & in writing 
  • Available and willing to work overtime (paid) when workload demands

Desirable

  • Experience within an engineering or continuous process environment
  • Current mobile plant and fork truck driving qualifications 
  • Familiarity with environmental procedure

What’s next?

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.

What we can offer you;

  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Access to our company 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

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Job ID Number: JR24442
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  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Salary
    £35,606.93 + benefits
  • Degree required
    All grades
  • Location
    Basingstoke (Hampshire)
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Preferred Disciplines...
  • Chemical/Process
  • Ecology/Environmental
Also Accepting...
  • Environment & Sustainability
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