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£28,000 - £35,000/Year
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Description

Location
Rochester Transfer Station, Whitewall Road ME2 4DZ

Hours
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 16:00 - 00:30. Some bank holiday work required with eligibility for a day in lieu, subject to minimum staffing levels.

Salary
£30,000 annually, plus Veolia benefits

About the Role
As an Operator at Veolia, you will play a key role in managing waste operations safely and efficiently. You will operate the Front Loading Shovel and 360-degree Excavator to transport waste following relevant training. Your responsibilities will include routine maintenance and cleaning of mobile plant and equipment, such as checking oils and water levels and reporting any defects. You will liaise with site personnel, contractors, tipping authorities, and haulage departments to ensure smooth operations. Maximising outgoing weights of material, loading vehicles with waste, controlling vehicle movements, and operating the weighbridge will also be part of your daily duties. Join us to help care for the environment and contribute to a sustainable future while developing your career with ongoing training and development opportunities.

What We Offer
20 days holiday
Access to our people’s pension scheme
Refer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
Free physiotherapy service
Discounts on groceries and well-known retailers
Support for your physical, mental, and financial health
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Employee financial well-being support including early access to earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching, and rewards

Requirements

Experience
Previous experience within a similar operational environment is essential.

About You
You must hold a Mobile Plant licence for loading shovel or 360 excavator and have a full UK driving licence. You should be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively as part of a team in a busy operational setting.

Qualifications
Relevant mobile plant licences and a full UK driving licence are required for this role.

Expiry date: 05/11/2026
Operator
Company:
Veolia
Salary:
£28,000 - £35,000/Year
Job Type:
Job, Entry Level
Location:
Rochester