Overview
Veolia UK is hiring a Plant Manager for the IBA Plant in the West Midlands region. This role focuses on leading operations to deliver safe, sustainable, and compliant outcomes while driving continuous improvement and value creation for customers and the business.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead, motivate, and develop a team of operators and mobile plant drivers while ensuring safety, wellbeing, and employee engagement across the organisation.
* Implement people management processes, conduct performance evaluations, manage workforce planning, and ensure comprehensive training and competency checks for all roles.
* Manage operations to deliver and exceed expectations by ensuring output specifications meet customer requirements for IBA Aggregate composition and grading.
* Oversee daily IBA Plant operations including waste reception, sorting, processing, quality control, and stockpile management in coordination with sales teams.
* Drive operational efficiencies and maximize profit through data utilisation, maintenance systems optimization, and continuous improvement of production processes.
* Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, Veolia Minimum Requirements, and site Environmental Permits while maintaining year‑round site availability.
* Implement and maintain standard operating procedures, preventive maintenance schedules, and technology upgrades to minimise downtime and improve production capabilities.
* Champion sustainability efforts and the circular economy by promoting environmentally friendly practices, reducing environmental footprint, and replacing virgin aggregates.
What we’re looking for
* Leadership & Management work experience, IOSH Working Safely or equivalent.
* Waste and/or aggregate management/processing experience.
* Fleet management experience.
* Level 3 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience; COTC Level 4 on permitted sites.
What we offer
* 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Access to our 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 members.
* One paid day of leave each year to volunteer.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities to reach your full potential.
Location
West Midlands, including Birmingham, Castle Bromwich, and surrounding areas.
Additional information
Veolia is committed to inclusion and equal opportunity for all applicants. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer adjustments during the application process where reasonable. EEO statements and non-discrimination practices apply across all roles.
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