Operations Manager

Operations Manager 

Salary: £45,000 per annum with an annual performance bonus, company car or cash allowance and pension

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Location: Devon Street, Southwark, SE15 1 AL 

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;

• Performance bonus

• Access to our company pension scheme

• 25 days of annual leave 

• 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

• 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 the municipal team service delivery on a daily basis, liaise with other managers and workshop to provide efficient work scheduling and planning to manage customer expectations 

• Responsible for the day to day running of operations with continuous improvements focused around VMR compliance, communications, customer focus and operational productivity 

• Lead a team to deliver a Haulage & Logistics operation, ensuring all staff, visitors and contractors follow site rules 

• Build and maintain good relationships with neighbours, local councils, regulators and other internal and external stakeholders 

• Ensure training and competency checks are in place for all roles 

• Responsible for the day to day running of operations with continuous improvements focused around VMR compliance, communications, customer focus and operational productivity 

• Overall responsibility for Fleet management and Operator License compliance 

• Utilise data systems to improve operational performance and ensure operational targets are achieved in respect of Risk & Assurance performance 

What we're looking for;

• Previous experience operating within a similar industry; waste/transport/logistics

• Transport Manager CPC National/International - Desirable

• Leadership & Management work experience

• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent - Desirable 

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of transport compliance and WTD

• Good communication skills communicating with people of all levels specifically including drivers and front line employees 

• Ability to organise a busy workload and operate at a fast pace Working with a quality management system e.g. ISO Managing transport compliance Experienced IT Skills, Google

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.