Operations Manager

Salary: £45,000 + £500 P/M Car Allowance + 17.5% Annual Bonus

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 9SZ

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:

• Oversee daily operations of the waste transfer station

• Manage site team and ensure safe handling procedures in line with company requirements

• Coordinate waste receipt, sorting, and dispatch processes

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permits

• Maintain accurate waste tracking and documentation

• Manage site maintenance, including equipment and vehicles

• Handle financial reporting and P+L/CAPEX budgeting for the facility

• Implement and maintain safety protocols and emergency procedures

• Liaise with regulatory bodies and prepare required reports

• Optimise station efficiency and identify improvement opportunities

What we're looking for:

• Extensive experience within waste management

• IOSH Managing Safely certification

• Experience managing teams in a waste handling environment

• Technical knowledge of waste classification and handling

• NEBOSH Certificate

• Leadership qualification (CMI or ILM)

• Familiarity with transfer station operations and equipment

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.