Barge Hand

Location: Marchwood

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Grade: 4.1

Hours:

45 hours per week - Monday to Friday (availability for a minimum of 35 weekend days per year to support cruise ship customers)

Location:

Normandy Way

Marchwood

Hampshire

SO40 4PB

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 Barge Hand 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;

Act as a deckhand under the direct supervision of Bargemasters, supporting the safe operation of waste collection vessels whilst at sea in the port of Southampton

Assist with vessel maintenance and daily checks to ensure the barge is safe to go to sea and complies with MCA and Veolia land-based safety procedures

Handle packaged and hazardous waste from visiting ships, ensuring safe collection, transportation and disposal in accordance with regulations

Operate vessel cranes and manual lifting equipment safely to load and transfer waste materials (full training provided)

Carry out additional duties as assigned by line managers to support efficient barge operations and customer service delivery

What we're looking for;

GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English (essential requirement)

Competent basic IT skills for completing documentation and operational records

Physically fit with the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and handle manual tasks

Reliable and flexible approach with availability to work weekends when required to support cruise operations

Safety-conscious mindset with willingness to follow procedures and work under supervision at sea

VHF SRC, Firefighting, First Aid and Personal Survival Techniques qualifications are desirable but not essential - full training including Bargemaster qualification will be provided

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.

Job Posting End Date:

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