Site Operator - Preston, United Kingdom - Veolia

Veolia

Verified Company

Preston, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Salary -£11.78ph plus Veolia benefits

Hours - 40 per week

Monday to Friday

09.00 to 17.30

Overtime at weekends when needed

Location:

Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility, Preston, PR2 5NQ

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
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?

Assist the chemist team to inspect incoming wastes and safely load / unload vehicles
Prepare outgoing loads including labelling containers, banding and wrapping palletised wastes
Manually repack hazard chemical waste for onward disposal (potentially including the use of selfcontained breathing apparatus)
Load and unload bulk storage tanks and road tankers
Operate machinery including drum compactors and air powered tools
Maintain safe and compliant storage on site
Undertake general DIY and maintenance tasks as they arise

What are we looking for?

Similar manual handling, operational background and experience
Willingness to work outside in all weathers, handling and reprocessing various types of waste and chemicals
Industry/chemical waste handling experience would be an advantage
Forklift truck licence (counterbalance) would be an advantage

Our promise to you
Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues.

So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£11.78 per hour

Schedule: