Plant Operator

Salary: £29,741.40 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday on rotating shifts (06:00-15:30 or 07:30-17:00).

Location: Marchwood

Hampshire

SO40 4BD



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 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;

• Assist the Plant team with daily operations including bulk liquid transfer between storage tanks, road tanker sampling, and discharge of bulk liquid from vehicles and barges into storage tanks
  
• Carry out basic maintenance tasks such as greasing, chipping, and painting to maintain plant equipment and infrastructure
  
• Start and stop plant machinery as required, operate forklift trucks, and carry out daily check sheets, reporting any defects immediately
  
• Monitor third-party contractors and visitors to ensure they remain safe on site at all times
  
• Contribute actively to the continuous improvement of the company's Quality, Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems
  

What we're looking for;

• A team player with a flexible approach, able to work on own initiative and support colleagues across shifting priorities
  
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills with experience in spreadsheets and word processing desirable
  
• A full UK driving licence is desirable
  
• Previous experience working in a wastewater treatment plant, processing plant, or similar industrial environment is highly desirable
  
• Some experience or interest in mechanical engineering is desirable
  
• A commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards with a proactive approach to continuous improvement
  

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.