Recycling Assistant

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Salary - £36,492.03 plus bonus OTE £41,892.03 plus Veolia benefits

Hours - 45 average per week over Summer & Winter - (roster to be discussed in detail at interview) Including weekend work. Between 07.45 - 20.15

Location - Formby Household Waste Recycling Centre, Merseyside, L37 8DL

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 rising to 25 after 5 years of service
• 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?

• Provide an effective recycling service to the residents of Merseyside with their household waste and recycling.
• Assist members of the public with waste and recycling disposal
• Ensure that the facility is left in a clean condition, removing any fly tipped waste and any spillages are cleaned up before leaving the area
• Operate site mobile plant as and when required and perform routine daily checks, maintenance and cleaning of plant, tools and equipment
• Ensure the health and safety of all members of the public, visitors, staff and contractors at the site

Training will be provided for CMS level 1, JCB operators and first aid.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience within a similar customer facing operational environment
• Manual handling experience
• Full driving licence

This role involves manual handling and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

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.