Yard Team Leader

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Salary - £15.00ph plus Veolia benefits

Hours - 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00

Location - Battlefield Plastics Recycling Facility, Battlefield Way, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3EQ

The new Plastics Recycling Facility (PRF) is designed to process up to 200,000 tonnes of non-hazardous plastics annually. This processing includes manual separation, size reduction, automatic sorting, granulation, cleaning, washing, and either baling or bagging.

Screening will take place towards the end of January 2026

Interviews will take place in February 2026 onwards

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 increasing by one day per year after 2 years service to a maximum of three days

- 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?

Oversee all daily activities within the yard, including receiving, storing, dispatching, and organizing materials and equipment. Ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols
Identify and resolve operational issues promptly. Propose and implement improvements to yard processes, efficiency, and safety
Oversee loading and unloading procedures, ensuring correct documentation and secure transportation

Support general production business operations by assisting with various tasks, product preparation, and other areas as needed

Operating fork lift trucks, telehandler and other mobile plant equipment
Implement and maintain robust inventory control systems to accurately track stock levels, minimize discrepancies, and optimize storage utilization. Conduct regular inventory checks and audits
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard environment. Implement effective waste management practices and ensure all areas are free from hazards
Report operational information to shift management

What are we looking for?

Similar operational manual handling / yard experience
Good Health & Safety knowledge
Right to work in the UK
Full UK driving licence

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.

If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.

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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
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Location:
Shrewsbury
Salary:
£15 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing/Surveying

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