Overview
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Salary: £76k - £86k + Company Car / Allowance + Annual Bonus
Grade: GGS14
Location: Battlefield ERF, Vanguard Way, Shrewsbury SY1 3TG
Job posting end date: 22-09-2025
What you’ll be doing
* Responsible for the delivery of the client contract and compliance
* Direction and coordination of all aspects of the Energy Recovery Facility, liaising with the site Operations Manager and Maintenance Manager
* Drive high levels of contract performance
* Assist in establishing annual goals and objectives while supporting the strategy for the business unit
* Maintain profit and loss ratios
* Deliver operational efficiencies and cost-saving solutions
* Act with a large degree of autonomy
* Manage and support your teams to be the best that they can be
* Prepare annual budgets
* Interact with internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis
* Liaise with relevant experts within your region and across the business to design and implement technical solutions
* Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement
* Communicate business objectives, performance and other matters of business to staff
What we’re looking for
* Previous technical experience from a continuous process background
* Degree, or equivalent in an engineering discipline
* Strong leadership skills
* Previous experience of working at a senior level
* Ability to support and mentor direct reports
* Negotiating and influencing skills
* Strong commercial acumen
* Familiar with Industrial Health and Safety compliance
What Veolia can offer
* Access to our company pension scheme
* Discounts on groceries and well-known retailers
* Resources to support physical, mental and financial health; 24/7 virtual GP for you and family
* One paid day of leave each year to volunteer
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
What’s next?
Apply today so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We’re proud to be named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years (2023, 2024 and 2025). This reflects our commitment to our people, and to a rewarding, purposeful career at Veolia.
Veolia is an inclusive employer. We support applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions and will offer adjustments as appropriate. We are committed to fair treatment without discrimination and strive for a diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you are successful in securing a role or promotion, terms and conditions may differ from your current contract. If you have questions, please contact your line manager or the HR team.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Industrial / Energy Generation
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