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Operations Manager (Waste Collections)

Salary: £40,000 per annum plus performance bonus, car allowance & pension

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Location: Poole, Dorset

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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

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
  
• Choice of company car or car cash allowance
  
• Eligible for performance bonus
  
• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allow you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing;

• You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of operatives, staff, and site-based support, ensuring site capability and capacity is maximised - all while maintaining the highest levels of customer service and team wellbeing.
  
• Champion the safety and wellbeing of all employees and those affected by our operations.
  
• Implement people management processes in line with company policy.
  
• Ensure all training and competency checks are in place across all roles.
  
• Manage operations against Veolia Minimum Requirements (VMR).
  
• Utilise data and Power BI to drive operational performance improvements.
  
• Drive efficiencies to maximise profitability.
  
• Manage Waste Transfer Station operations.
  
• Act as Nominated Transport Manager, taking overall responsibility for fleet management and compliance.
  

What we're looking for;

• Transport CPC
  
• Level 3 Leadership & Management (or equivalent work experience)
  
• Previous waste management experience
  
• Previous fleet management experience
  
• IOSH Managing Safely - desirable
  

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.