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Site Operative

Posted 12 Days Ago
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Preston, Lancashire, England
Entry level
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Preston, Lancashire, England
Entry level
Assist with inspecting incoming waste, loading and unloading vehicles and storage tanks, preparing outgoing waste loads, repacking hazardous chemical waste, operating compactors and air-powered tools, maintaining compliant site storage, and completing general maintenance tasks. The role requires outdoor work, manual handling, chemical waste processing, and a counterbalance forklift licence.
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Salary: £13.25ph

Hours: 40 per week. 08:00-16:30 Monday to Friday

Overtime when needed on a Saturday

Location: Preston, Lancashire, PR2 5NQ


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 (goes up 1 day per year of service to a max of 25 days)
  • 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 you'll be doing;


  • Assist the chemist team to inspect incoming wastes and safely load / unload vehicles
  • Prepare outgoing loads including labelling containers, banding and wrapping palletised wastes
  • Manually repack hazard chemical waste for onward disposal (potentially including the use of self-contained breathing apparatus)
  • Load and unload bulk storage tanks and road tankers
  • Operate machinery including drum compactors and air powered tools
  • Maintain safe and compliant storage on site
  • Undertake general DIY and maintenance tasks as they arise

What we're looking for;

  • Forklift truck licence (counterbalance)
  • Similar manual handling, operational background and experience
  • Willingness to work outside in all weathers, handling and reprocessing various types of waste and chemicals
  • Industry/chemical waste handling experience is desirable

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.

Veolia UK London, England Office

210 Pentonville Road, , England , GB, London, United Kingdom, N1 9

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