Operations Manager

Salary: 70k + Car Allowance + Annual Bonus

Grade: 6.1

Location: Whitmarsh Ln, Chineham, Basingstoke RG24 8LL

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 all operational aspects of the facility and processes on site, including the methods and organisation of the work, including recruitment, induction, appraisal and training of Operations Staff in accordance with Veolia procedures

• Ensure the plant operates within the requirements of the Environmental Permit and other Environmental Legislation

• Liaise with the Maintenance Manager and others regarding projects, maintenance, planned & unplanned outages and feasibility studies, evaluation, costing and programming of plant improvements

• Propose changes as appropriate to optimise operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.

• Prepare an annual budget for the Operations Department for review and subsequently work within the approved budget

• Ensure compliance with the company’s Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems, Policies and Procedures, ensuring that systems are in place to maintain safe systems of work for company and contractors staff.

• Carry out any other duties as requested by Senior Management

• To be available to be called in during emergency situations and plant breakdowns when necessary.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified to HND or equivalent in a relevant Engineering discipline

• Good knowledge of MSW Incineration and Power Generation, preferably having experience at a Management level in one of these areas

• Knowledge of current H&S issues and safe working systems

• Knowledge of Environmental Permits and associated reporting regime

• A practical Engineer with s experience in a supervisory Operations role within a process industry, gained in a Chemical, Waste Incineration or Power Generation environment, ideally involving steam raising plant

• Experience of managing budgets and in training and development of staff

• Analytical ability and enthusiastic and competent problem solver with a practical approach to solving engineering problems

• A proven team leader with good communication and organisational skills, able to manage, coach and motivate the operations teams 

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.