Title:  Operator

What you'll be responsible for

• Coordinate the efficient separation and disposal of waste onsite with a focus on zero waste to landfill

• Ensure a high level of housekeeping and hygiene of the waste equipment/storage containers

• Load, unload, and transport various materials, including recyclables, waste products, and equipment throughout the facility

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in accordance with site procedures and safety regulations

The Opportunity

Are you a proactive individual with a passion for coordinating operations and ensuring safety at the forefront? Veolia is seeking a dedicated Operator to facilitate and assist in the day-to-day operations at our Welshpool Resource Recovery location.

As an operator, your primary responsibility will be to facilitate and assist in the day-to-day operations  and ensure a safe and efficient working environment. Safety is our top priority, and we need someone with a safety-focused mindset who can lead by example and ensure all operations comply with the highest standards.

You will have the chance to interact with clients on site, understanding their needs, and providing them with exceptional service. Your ability to build trust and foster long-term relationships will be key to your success in this role.

What's on offer

• Full-time, permanent position

• Monday to Friday 7am start 

• Weekend work opportunities

• Long-term job security in a growing industry

• Supportive environment for continuous learning and growth

What you'll need to be successful

• Forklift and valid drivers licence required

• A safety-focused mindset with a thorough understanding of safety regulations and procedures

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients

Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites.  We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance.

A Veolia Career

Veolia values employees and their health and wellbeing. All of our employees are entitled to:

• Employee share plan where employees have the opportunity to purchase discounted Veolia shares 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Assure which covers mental health, nutrition,  financial, legal, coaching and career transition support

• Bupa health insurance discount 

• Career development including formal training

• You will also have access to corporate discounts, as well as eligibility to volunteer at one of Veolia's partnered volunteer organisations

• The opportunity to work in a truly diverse and inclusive culture

Veterans are encouraged to visit our Veterans at Veolia webpage to discover what we can offer.

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant

Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career, and a more sustainable world.

At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, people with Disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community, and people from all cultural backgrounds. We also encourage our Veterans to visit our Veterans at Veolia webpage. 

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.