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Salary: Competitive
Grade: 4.3
Location: Padworth IWMF, Padworth Ln, Lower Padworth, Reading RG7 4JF
Hours: 40 Hours per week, Monday to Friday.
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:
* 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
* 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:
* Manage a large waste collection operational team of 25-42 frontline employees (Drivers and operatives) and vehicles, ensuring health and safety standards are maintained at all times
* Conduct effective worksafe observations, monthly checks and crew inspections to ensure the team carries out duties in a safe, efficient and effective manner
* Manage personnel in accordance with HR/ER policies by performing disciplinary processes and absence reviews
* Review performance and competency of team members regularly and conduct annual appraisals, including training needs and development plans
* Supervise and deliver the service in line with the client contract, developing positive relationships with client waste officers
* Ensure service is compliant with current legal legislation and environmental legislation
* Plan and allocate resources for operations and tasks to manage and maximize operational productivity
What we're looking for:
* IOSH Managing Safely qualification
* Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
* Experience within the waste industry
* Client engagement and customer service skills
* Conflict management and HR processes knowledge
* Team working and problem-solving abilities
* Operational knowledge including vehicle and equipment maintenance
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.
If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.
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