IBA Plant Manager

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits Grade: 5.2 Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Tameside Drive Castle Bromwich Birmingham West Midlands B35 7AG 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 Manager 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; Lead, motivate, and develop a team of operators and mobile plant drivers while ensuring safety, well-being, and employee engagement across the organisation Implement people management processes, conduct performance evaluations, manage workforce planning, and ensure comprehensive training and competency checks for all roles Manage operations to deliver and exceed expectations by ensuring output specifications meet customer requirements for IBA Aggregate composition and grading Oversee daily IBA Plant operations including waste reception, sorting, processing, quality control, and stockpile management in coordination with sales teams Drive operational efficiencies and maximize profit through data utilisation, maintenance systems optimization, and continuous improvement of production processes Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, Veolia Minimum Requirements, and site Environmental Permits while maintaining year-round site availability Implement and maintain standard operating procedures, preventive maintenance schedules, and technology upgrades to minimise downtime and improve production capabilities Champion sustainability efforts and the circular economy by promoting environmentally friendly practices, reducing environmental footprint, and replacing virgin aggregates What we\’re looking for; Essential Leadership & Management work experience, IOSH Working Safely or equivalent Waste and/or aggregate management/processing experience Fleet management Desirable Level 3 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience COTC Level 4 (on permitted sites) 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