Battery Plant Operations Manager

Salary: up to £40,000 + per annum plus Veolia bonus

Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday

Location: Veolia, Minworth, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1AH

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;

- 25 days of annual leave

- Access to our company 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 you'll be doing;

-Responsible for day to day safe and efficient operation of the Battery Recycling Site activities including managing a team and the delivery of strong operational performance including production, asset availability, safety and compliance.

-Working closely with the operations, maintenance and engineering teams to deliver robust engineering solutions

-Direct and coordinate all aspects of running the facility / operation - discharge, dismantling, shredding

-Manage all emergency situations including troubleshooting and breakdowns

-Lead the investigation of all accidents, incidents and significant close calls, audits and inspections

-Ensure daily / weekly checks are carried out, including plant, vehicles and equipment / permit checks.

-Coordinate and assist in reporting to regulators e.g Waste Returns, Annual Reports, Emission reports etc

-Assist in ensuring CAPEX annual budget process is delivered and alignment gained through relevant stakeholders.

-Managing and reporting data to the EA for the ABTO/ABE battery authorisations.

-Developing documented management and safety systems for this new operation

What we're looking for;

-Experience of managing an operational team and leading others

-Risk Management

-Technical experience from a continuous process background (preferably hazardous waste management)

-Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC) (desirable)

-Experience in Chemical Processes (desirable)

-NEBOSH Certification (desirable)

-Plant Operation and Maintenance experience (desirable)

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Here at Veolia, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £40,000.00-£47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person