Plastics Facility Manager - Shrewsbury

Salary: Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus

Location: Shrewsbury

We are currently looking for a Facility Manager to head up the commissioning and operations of our new plastics recycling facility in Shrewsbury. 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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. 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:

• Access to our company 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 day’s 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:

• Oversee environmental permit compliance and manage operational staff, fostering leadership, empowerment, and a positive health and safety culture.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for staff succession, cross-site best practices, and multifunctional synergy linking.
• Ensure operational processes align with plans, focusing on cost control, risk management, and continuous improvement while maintaining high-quality output materials.
• Design, implement, and review safe work systems to reduce risks, while monitoring performance against targets and addressing shortfalls.
• Support and develop direct reports through coaching, training, and performance management, ensuring adherence to all HR policies and procedures.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance programs, business continuity plans, and act as part of the emergency coordination team.
• Identify and implement improvement strategies focusing on availability and operational expenditures, while supporting future growth and plant development.
• Maintain product regulatory compliance, including HACCP, food contact recycled plastics, REACH, and cosmetics regulations, while managing critical supplier relationships and overseeing capital expenditure.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive experience in plastics recycling or manufacturing industry, demonstrating a deep understanding of the sector.
• Proven track record in facility management or operations leadership, showcasing ability to guide teams and manage complex processes.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, with a commitment to optimizing operations.
• Experience in plant commissioning is highly desirable, demonstrating ability to oversee new facility setup and integration.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver on contracts, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and client expectations.

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 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! 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. 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. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.