Job Description

Salary:Up to £46,800.00 per annum doe plus Veolia benefits

Hours:37.5 hours per week

Location:Newport

Isle of Wight

PO30 5YS

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 Thermal 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;

• Operate the ERF safely and efficiently as part of a rotating shift team, including weekends and public holidays.

• Support plant operation during steady state running, start-ups, shutdowns and emergency situations under the direction of the Shift Team Leader.

• Operate from the Central Control Room as required by operational demand.

• Operate and support associated auxiliary plant, including mobile plant and the refuse crane.

• Carry out routine plant inspections, adjustments and operational activities to maintain stable performance.

• Collect, record and report plant data accurately in line with site procedures.

• Ensure day-to-day compliance with the Environmental Permit, escalating any non-compliance, incidents or concerns to the Shift Team Leader.

• Monitor stock levels and support the receipt of consumables and the collection/handling of residues.

• Assist other site teams and contractors as required, supporting safe working practices at all times.

• Carry out other reasonable tasks as requested to meet operational needs.

What we're looking for;

• IT literate, with confidence using systems to record plant information and complete operational documentation.

• An understanding of current health, safety and environmental requirements, with a commitment to working safely and compliantly.

• Interest in mechanical and electrical plant, with some experience in plant operations or an engineering environment.

• Appropriate qualifications to support safe operation of the plant (mechanical/electrical or similar).

• Experience working in a shift environment, ideally within an Energy Recovery Facility or similar process/industrial setting.

• Ability to operate a variety of fixed plant and mobile equipment (or willingness to be trained).

• Able to work a continuous rotating shift pattern and provide additional cover/overtime when required.

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.