Salary: £39,655 annually plus Veolia Benefits
Location: Solihull B91 2LW
Hours: 40 hours weekly (Variable 05:30 - 14.00 or 09:00 to 17:30 - Monday to Friday)
What we can offer you;
● 25 days of annual leave.
● 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 day every year to volunteer and support your community.
● Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.
● Stream - Employee financial well-being support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards.
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.
With one of the largest growing fleets in the UK, our drivers are pivotal to delivering essential services.
They work hard to serve their local communities and make a positive impact every day.
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 you'll be doing;
● Working within a team of 5 Waste Supervisors, you will take a leading role in representing Veolia in an effective, professional and efficient manner.
● Ensure that service standards delivered exceed industry standards and align with both Veolia and Solihull Council&objectives
● Co-ordinate, plan and manage the day-to-day food waste collection service
● Lead by example and ensure the safe operation of all associated vehicles, plant and equipment
● Conduct crew inspections and monitor work carried out on the contract
● Assist in the management of the transfer station and depot, ensuring compliance with permit requirements
● Assist supervisors across Waste, Cleansing, HWRC and grounds maintenance to ensure compliance with Contract requirements
● Maintain a safe and managed workforce
● Deliver induction to all new employees and Keep training requirements up to date
● Manage caseloads for HR procedures including Absence Management, Transport compliance, investigations and disciplinaries
● Working under pressure and meet deadlines
What we're looking for:
Essential:
● GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent)
● Valid driving licence (Category B minimum)
● Health and Safety at Work certification (or willingness to obtain)
● First Aid at Work certificate (or willingness to obtain)
● Strong leadership and people management capabilities
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Problem-solving and decision-making ability
● Organisational and time management skills
● IT proficiency (Google Suite)
● Attention to detail
Desirable:
● Minimum 3-5 years&experience in a supervisory or team leader role
● Proven experience managing and motivating teams in an operational environment
● Experience in waste management, environmental services, or similar public-facing service delivery
● Demonstrated experience with HR procedures including absence management, disciplinary processes and investigations
● Experience in health and safety management and compliance
● Knowledge of vehicle and fleet management or transport compliance
● Experience liaising with external stakeholders, local authorities and the public
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
£39655.00 - £39655.00 per year