Loading Shovel Operative

Salary - £28,338.96 plus Veolia benefits

Overtime when needed 

Hours - 46.5 hours per week

06:00-16:30 on a 4 on 2 off shift pattern covering 7 days per week

Location - Colwick Transfer Station, Nottinghamshire, NG4 2JU

This new facility is for bulking, treatment and transfer of waste materials collected from local businesses and householders.  It also does the shredding of residual waste to produce refuse derived fuel (RDF).

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.

Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, 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;

- 20 days of annual leave

- Access to our people’s pension scheme

- Free physiotherapy service 

- 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

- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential 

What will you be doing?

• Operate mobile plant and shredder

• Ensure turnaround times are met regarding the tipping and loading of vehicles

• Inspection of all input and output material and reporting of any non conforming loads and ensuring the quality meets with customers specification

• Ensure that the facility is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned up before leaving the are

• Ensure that all related documentation is completed in a timely and accurate fashion

What are we looking for?

• Similar operational / manual handling experience

• Yellow plant licence - Loading shovel is essential

What’s next?

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

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. 

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. 

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.