Grade: 4.3
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: 1 Station Road
Four Ashes
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WV10 7DG
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.
As a Shift Team Leader you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. 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;
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Access to our company/people's 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:
Lead the team to deliver safe and compliant shifts in the Transfer Station/RDF facility, organising people, vehicles, and equipment to maximise plant efficiency
Manage team performance including absence management, training, competency development, coaching and mentoring
Investigate and complete close calls, accidents and incidents, and manage site users, visitors and contractor safety including permits to work and inductions
Plan and deliver day-to-day operations including plant availability, staffing levels, resources, and maintenance tasks using HxGN EAM system
Carry out site inspections and monitoring for VMR and permit compliance, following fire watch/heat monitoring procedures
Ensure compliance with Environment Agency permitting standards and manage housekeeping in line with KPIs
Report on monthly operation processes and KPIs, maximise output quality, and develop business improvement projects
What We're Looking For:
Proven operational experience within a waste management, transfer station, or similar industrial environment with demonstrable knowledge of operational processes and procedures
Comprehensive understanding of CMS Systems with the ability to utilise these platforms for effective resource management, reporting, and operational oversight
In-depth knowledge and practical application of the waste hierarchy principles, including waste prevention, reuse, recycling, recovery, and disposal methodologies
Proficiency in Google platform applications (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, Docs) for operational reporting, documentation management, and cross-functional communication
Working knowledge of the Working Time Directive and its application to shift patterns, rest breaks, and employee scheduling to ensure legal compliance
IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH certification demonstrating commitment to health and safety management practices (highly desirable)
Level 3 Leadership & Management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience in leading operational teams and managing performance (highly desirable)
Previous waste management sector experience with understanding of Environmental Agency permitting, VMR compliance, and RDF facility operations (highly 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.
If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.
Job Posting End Date:
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
Salary description
£36647.00 - £36647.00 per year