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Salary: Competitive Salary Plus Bonus
Location: Ellesmere Port
What we can offer you
* Access to our company pension scheme
* Discounts on groceries and well‑known retailers
* Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
* 24‑hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
* One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
What you’ll be doing
* Ensure the safe and compliant operation of an Upper Tier COMAH high-temperature incineration facility, acting as the Senior Authorised Person on shift while maintaining environmental and regulatory standards, including EA/IPPC compliance, and maximising plant performance.
* Lead and develop a team of shift operators and manage the activities of wider plant chemists and maintenance personnel, providing training, mentorship and performance management to meet daily production targets with a revenue impact of £100K per day and upholding Veolia’s safety and operational values.
* Take charge as the Site Incident Controller during emergencies, coordinating with emergency services, conducting incident investigations according to NEBOSH/IOSH standards, and implementing crisis escalation procedures to ensure a rapid and effective response on a high‑risk hazardous waste site.
* Optimise waste throughput and process efficiency to align with customer requirements and site budget targets, while managing £2M in on‑site stock and overseeing first‑line maintenance to drive operational excellence and sustainability.
* Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, contractors and senior management, to deliver performance updates, enforce QHSE compliance and facilitate clear communication through Toolbox Talks, safety reviews and operational reports.
What we’re looking for
Essential
* Previous experience within the waste or chemical processing industry, including managing a plant with line‑management responsibilities.
* Experience working on a COMAH‑regulated site.
* Strong skills in communication, time management, continuous improvement and informed decision‑making.
* Competency in problem‑solving tools and techniques.
Desirable
* Relevant higher‑level qualification, for example HNC or HND.
* NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.
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