Operational Team Leader

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Salary: up to £35,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, hrs Mon - Fri excludes bank holidays but includes a 30 min unpaid lunch break per day

Location: Honeywell Aerospace, Bunford Lane, Yeovil, BA20 2YD
, UK

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.

• 25 days of annual leave
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

• Oversee the on-site waste area and hazardous waste compound, ensuring all collected materials are properly processed and recycled where possible, while maintaining a clean, clear, and FOD‑free environment
• Plan and schedule timely exchange of recycling containers by liaising with the admin team and chemists, while ensuring all documentation complies with Veolia policies and waste management legislation
• Ensure hazardous waste operative completes tasks per their job description, conduct safety observations, perform regular checks on vehicles/equipment, and report near misses through appropriate systems
• Provide cover for the operative during periods of absence (holiday, training, etc.)
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for the Honeywell contract, provide best practice advice on recycling and waste disposal to clients, and manage day‑to‑day relationships while identifying new opportunities
• Act responsibly in line with Veolia's and client's safety culture, ensure compliance with all H&S policies and procedures, and verify waste is disposed through correct streams per site protocols
• Act as a company ambassador, treating clients courteously while meeting their requirements safely

• Appropriate valid driving licence.
• Forklift truck operator certificate.
• High level of Chemical awareness.
• COSHH awareness training.
• Chemical spill trained.
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent.
• Asbestos Awareness

We’re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme.