Recycling Operator

Recycling Operator /Loading shovel driver

Salary: £30,475.16 per annum plus Veolia benefits and pension

Hours: Monday to Friday, 48 hours per week

Location: Pontypridd, Cardiff, CF37 5YL

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;

• 20 days of annual leave 

• 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

• 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;

• Work as part of a team in a Transfer Station, adhering to all Health and Safety guidance.

• Use of a loading shovel to push waste into designated waste bays and load waste into vehicles.

• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of yellow plant.

• Maintaining overall cleanliness of the site.

• Report all service and safety concerns. 

• Check equipment and mobile plant before using them. 

• Inspecting waste received at the Waste Transfer Station.

• Complete and report the daily and weekly cleaning and maintenance of the Mobile Plant. 

• Plant operation (where trained).

What we're looking for;

• Valid Licence for Wheeled Loading shovel

• A good understanding of Health & Safety 

• Previous experience in a similar role would be beneficial 

• Ability to work well as part of a team 

• Other yellow plant licences would be beneficial.

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.