Waste Operative

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £15.09ph plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 per week - Monday to Thursday 7.30am - 4.15pm and a 3pm finish on a Friday

Location: Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 1AF

This is a state-of-the-art central yard facility and the largest shipyard in the UK



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.



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 we can offer you;



- 20 days of annual leave, with an additional 1 day awarded for every year of service up to a maximum total of an additional 5 days.

- Access to our people's pension scheme

- Free physiotherapy service

- 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

- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential



What will you be doing?

• Operating a Linde/Hyster owned fork lift truck and a tail lift vehicle
  
• Collecting waste in a variety of containers from different areas of the site and processing the waste
  
• Operating hazardous dry waste in drum compactor
  
• Completing daily check sheets and relevant defect sheets
  
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of waste vehicles
  
• Segregating and sorting waste streams in the waste yard and storage facility prior to disposal
  
• Collecting, storing and processing, non routine waste
  
• Assisting with waste yard duties
  
• Escorting contractors around site
  

What are we looking for?

• Similar operational manual handling background
  
• Full UK driving licence
  

Desirable - training will be provided

• Forklift truck licence
  
• In Drum Compactor Training
  
• A basic knowledge of Health and Safety Law inc. COSHH
  

This position is subject to satisfactory enhanced security clearance



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:

29-05-2026

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.