Veolia
Plant Operator
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Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: £56,959.85 per annum plus Veolia benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week (Rotating shift pattern that includes weekends and Public Holidays).
Location: Basingstoke Hampshire RG24 8LL
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 Plant Operator 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
- 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:
- Support the Shift Team Leader to operate the Energy Recovery Facility safely and efficiently on a rotating shift pattern (including weekends/public holidays), providing rota cover as required.
- Monitor and control plant from the Central Control Room, operating equipment to meet ERF operational demands.
- Assist with the operation of the waste-fired high-pressure boiler, generator and auxiliary plant, including first-line fault diagnosis and escalation.
- Carry out routine inspections, minor repairs/adjustments and operational checks, collecting and accurately recording plant data.
- Operate site equipment as needed, including the refuse crane and mobile plant (training provided where required).
- Help ensure compliance with the PPC Permit and company Safety/Environmental/Quality systems, reporting incidents or non-compliances to the STL.
- Support site operations by monitoring stocks, receiving consumables, managing residues, and assisting colleagues/contractors when required.
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What we're looking for:
- Relevant NVQ (or equivalent) and strong interest in mechanical/electrical plant; engineering/plant operations experience desirable.
- Experience in a continuous process environment and confidence working within a shift-based operation (preferred).
- IT literate, with the ability to record data accurately and follow procedures/systems.
- Safety-first approach with awareness of health & safety and environmental compliance (PPC/permit awareness an advantage).
- Willingness and ability to operate/train on fixed plant, mobile equipment and crane operations.
- Self-motivated, dependable and able to prioritise tasks with minimal supervision.
- Strong teamworking and communication skills (written and verbal), with a flexible, problem-solving mindset and commitment to development/progression.
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.
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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.
Ready to see the world as we do?
Who is Veolia?
Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.
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