Plant Operator in Glasgow

Plant Operator in Glasgow

Glasgow Full-Time On-site
Veolia Group

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: £53,833.37 per annum plus Veolia benefits Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Battlefield ERF Shrewsbury Shropshire SY1 3TG

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 Plant Operator 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.

Benefits

  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Assisting the shift team leader with the operation and monitoring of plant from the central control room using the distributed control system (DCS), including the operations of refuse cranes.
  • Ensuring day to day compliance with all aspects of the Environmental Permit, reporting any non-compliance or incidents to the Shift Team Leader
  • Carrying out routine plant inspections, adjustments and operations as required, collecting and recording plant data
  • Ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Energy Recovery Facility at all times
  • Monitoring stocks and taking receipts of consumables and collections
  • Working as part of the Operations team, assisting the Shift Team Leader and supporting other team members as required
  • Assisting other company staff and contractors as required
  • Undertaking personal development to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to the role

Requirements

  • Engineering experience working in a continuous process environment, preferably on steam generating equipment
  • An interest in mechanical and electrical plant with some hands-on experience of plant operations is essential
  • Experience gained through shift working, with the ability to work a continuous rotating shift pattern including overtime when required
  • A good understanding of current environmental and health and safety issues
  • Waste Incineration experience is desirable but not essential.

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.

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.

Ready to see the world as we do? Who is Veolia? Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.

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Plant Operator in Glasgow employer: Veolia Group

Veolia is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and development. With benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, access to health resources, and ongoing training opportunities, employees are empowered to reach their full potential while contributing to meaningful environmental initiatives. Located in Chesterfield, this role as a Project Engineer not only provides a competitive salary but also the chance to be part of a team recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years.

Veolia Group

Contact Details:

Veolia Group Recruitment Team