Gemma Nixon

Our Vision is to be the UK’s leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.

Are you someone who lives and breathes high performance, leads with ambition, and would like to be part of an organisation that looks after tomorrow?  Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold new Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us achieve this.

Join us, as we rise to the challenge and build a world where nothing goes to waste

Energy Recovery Facilities are vital in supporting the UK’s ambition to reduce waste in an efficient and effective manner, helping to reduce the impact of waste on climate change. After reducing, reusing and recycling as much as possible, our Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs) provide the infrastructure to efficiently recover energy from residual waste, meaning landfill becomes the last resort. 

We have an opportunity in Bargeddie for a Maintenance Supervisor to join our team. working 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday night shift. 

The salary for this role will be £37,846.00 per year, plus shift allowance and participation in a yearly bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

Our People Are Our Greatest Resource

Viridor is one of the UK’s leading recycling, renewable energy and waste management companies. We put waste into action, transforming it into high quality recyclables, raw materials and energy. This is an exciting time to work with us. We are at the forefront of the UK’s green economy and we use smart people and technology to deliver our vision, bringing people together to give the world’s resources new life.   

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and taking responsibility for your site Maintenance team colleagues, you will be accountable for the safe and effective delivery of day to day site maintenance.

As well as both undertaking and supervising maintenance work, you will also ensure that tools, parts and materials are fit for purpose and production downtime is minimised.   As a progressive and forward-thinking problem solver, you will also make sure all plant and equipment is continually modified and improved to maximise its availability and performance (in line with PUWER machinery safety regulations).

You will be a pivotal member of the team at Bargeddie attending operational review meetings where you will provide updates on live defects and ongoing improvement plans.  Your engineering expertise will see you undertake and supervise various engineering projects and provide advice and guidance to the Plant Manager and Production teams.

Our ideal Maintenance Supervisor will have:

• Previous experience working within a process, production or manufacturing background.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate others.
• A background in Engineering.
• A good understanding of a proactive maintenance strategy and condition monitoring.
• An understanding of Safe Systems of Work.
• A high level of organisation with the ability to prioritise workloads.
• NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship in an appropriate Engineering skill (or HNC/HND in a relevant discipline).

To view the profile, which outlines the person specification and list of responsibilities in full, please click here.  

How to apply

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We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.

Why work for Viridor?

There has never been a more exciting time to join Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio and the development of our growing Polymers Recycling business.

What we can offer you

We invest in our people to reward them for their hard work, and we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join, including:

• Your Share - our profit share scheme which offers all employees an opportunity to share in the company profits.
• Looking after your future, we offer an enhanced pension scheme, where we match your contribution (up to 7%).
• To protect your wellbeing, you will have access to a 24/7 employee helpline offering professional, emotional support and advice, as well as qualified Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace. You’ll also have access to discounted gym memberships and a Cycle to Work scheme.
• Up to one day of paid volunteering leave per year.
• Participation in our refer a friend scheme – earn £1000 for every successful referral.
• To look after your health, we offer free eye tests and safety eyewear where needed, alongside a range of plans with Simply Health.
• Helping you make the most of your leisure time, we have a wide range of discounts available to you, ranging from hotels and holidays to cinema tickets and days out, as well as from a variety of high street retailers.

As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply

• Assessment of the layout engineering data for the building including process and instrumentation, equipment, cable and electrical information. Ensuring analysis and verification of the technical scope.
• Implement layout engineering to improve and/or modify the design where needed to input various electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Work with the wider team to assess the routing of piping, cable trays and HVAC ducts within the 3D Model.
• Produce technical documents such as status reports, introduction notes, design procedures and change analyses
• Coordinate with other relevant teams for the layout activities, sharing layout drawings and plans
• Where possible look to anticipate and adapt to changing needs of the project, keeping all parties updated and on track with progress and modifications.
• Any other duties as required

• Engineering Degree relevant to role
• Experience in at least one of the following areas of engineering: HVAC, Layout, HVAC, mechanical, safety etc.
• Nuclear experience is highly desirable in particular projects involving PWR.
• Previous experience working with 3D design software (e.g. Navisworks, AutoCAD, PDMS and/or E3D)

• Knowledge of HVAC and general layout requirements for heavy industrial projects
• Confident in challenging ideas and designs for effective solutions to meet the requirements for all levels of stakeholders
• Able to thrive in a technically challenging role in a dynamic environment

• A salary of £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience and seniority.
• Hybrid working with 3 days a week in the office
• An opportunity to travel internationally to European offices
• Private Health care

• Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are drafted, implemented and followed
• Reviewing and developing process to improve and maximise growth
• Own processes, policies and procedures for the Commercial function as required
• Ensure that the organisation complies with the contract obligations as stated
• Communicates with internal and external parties in a contract, so that all understand the terms and particularly the contracts financial aspects
• Coaches and develops employees on best practices for managing complex contract issues
• Ultimately accountable for the financial management of the project’s and reporting on progress against these
• Nurtures relationships with clients to ensure long term delivery and value for the company
• Training and / or mentoring Commercial Team
• Involvement in negotiating and agreeing contracts prior to contract placement
• Involvement with the bid process to high-light commercial risk
• Accepts extra duties as situations arise

• Qualified to degree level in relevant discipline.
• Experience working in a Senior Commercial Manager role with a track record of delivery on large multi-million-pound contracts spanning multiple years
• Experience of corporate finance
• Experience in Complex negotiations & stakeholder management
• Knowledge of Contract terms and Construction industry regulation (i.e. NEC/ FIDIC)
• Experience of managing teams and demonstrating team development
• CIPS/ICM accreditation

• ERP system knowledge (preferably SAP)
• Knowledge of the Nuclear Industry &/or Manufacturing
• Knowledge of NEC/ JCT/ FIDIC terms and conditions and interpreting bespoke conditions of contracts
• Knowledge of sales/ proposals processes and managing commercial risk

• 25 days annual leave per year raising to 30 (x1 day for 2 years service)

• 8% Employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice) – 1% min Employee
• Individual and family private health care (Employee, partner/ spouse and any child up to 24 years)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Income Protection
• Professional Body Membership (1 per year)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to language courses
• Plus more including access to training and development opportunities.

• Qualified to degree level in relevant discipline.
• Experience working in a Senior Commercial Manager role with a track record of delivery on large multi-million-pound contracts spanning multiple years
• Experience of corporate finance
• Experience in Complex negotiations & stakeholder management
• Knowledge of Contract terms and Construction industry regulation (i.e. NEC/ FIDIC)
• Experience of managing teams and demonstrating team development
• CIPS/ICM accreditation

• Confident manner, good presentation skills
• Determination - not easily discouraged or put off
• Passion, enthusiasm and charisma.
• Innovative – prepared to see beyond how it has been done before
• Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversity
• Resilient – ready to bounce back from any challenges
• Assertive – gets things done when they need to be

• The line management of senior PMs and PMs;
• The line management of the Project Control team (incl. cost, schedule, risks, document management).
• The ownership of the Project related processes and reporting (for both management and control of projects) and associated tools/systems.
• The governance and assurance supporting the delivery of projects to the Operational Business Lines (BL).
• The implementation of tools and data supporting the overall resource planning of the business (between resource needs and business needs).

• With the Head of PMO and Heads of BL to identify and allocate PMs to the projects related to their respective portfolio and adapt the PM resources to the needs of the business.
• With the Head of PMO to develop the integrated Project Management practices within the company.
• With QHSE team to ensure the Project processes are documented, implemented and records are maintained according to our IMS and other Project Management requirements.
• With resource managers to identify future technical and supporting resourcing requirements to allow adequate time for competence development.

• Manage the project management team and ensure adequate resources and training is provided to deliver our projects and mitigate the risks for the company.
• Provide input to HR team regarding Project resource needs based on their assessment of up-coming projects and contracts.
• Coordinate with Sales team to support winning proposals to our customers leveraging our strong Project Management culture.
• Organise the project review processes enabling the COO and Head of BL to assess the project performances (individually and at portfolio level).
• Develop and follow-up implementation of action plans in relation to project management processes, tools and systems.
• Provide the business with the assurance and governance that projects are managed according to the set standards for the business in relation to their complexity and risk for the business.
• Support the COO and BL management in making decisions related to the projects needs based on their current performance to ensure future objectives are realised
• Act as a point of escalation for customer queries on project related matters in support to Head of BL

• Experience in highly regulated industries. Experience of Nuclear industry is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing complex projects and/or programs and/or project portfolios from a delivery perspective (vast experience)
• Management of PM teams and experience of planning resources, workload management. (Vast experience)
• Strong knowledge and experience of implementing of project processes, systems, and tools and understanding of finance, budget, and project accounting. Project management Certification (PMQ, working toward PPQ or equivalent)
• Knowledge of relevant ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001,19443) and working knowledge of IMS systems
• Technical knowledge of some area of the business (engineering, manufacturing, supply of equipment, site management)
• Have very good understanding of finance, budget, and cost management
• A comprehensive understanding of the health, safety and environmental requirements of managing project (incl. CDM regulation)
• Experience and understanding of commercial and contract management (incl. NEC, FIDIC, ad hoc, etc.)
• Working experience with ERP (SAP preferrable)
• Autonomous

• Passionate in developing and mentoring people
• Understanding of the key attributes of nuclear safety culture
• Understanding of the client side of Project Management
• Member of an appropriate professional body or working towards (CIOB, APM, PMI etc.)
• General understanding of main codes and standards used in the nuclear industry and their respective areas (e.g. ASME, RCC, ISO 3834, ISO 1090, etc.)
• Understanding of performance management techniques (LEAN, Six Sigma)
• IOSH / NEBOSH safety certificate (highly desirable)
• CSCS Managers and Professionals Test
• Ability to oversight tenders and provides price estimates

• Confident manner, good presentation skills
• Determination - not easily discouraged or put off
• Passion, enthusiasm and charisma.
• Innovative – prepared to see beyond how it has been done before
• Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversity
• Resilient – ready to bounce back from any challenges
• Assertive – gets things done when they need to be

Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,500 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.

In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.

Assystem's Project Management & Consulting (PM&C) Business provides the delivery of sustainable performance improvements within the following practice areas: Consents & Engagement; Commercial Management; Project Management; Environmental Services; Planning & Project Controls; Risk Management and Business Intelligence across the nuclear and transportation sectors.

The HSEQ Advisor is responsible for ensuring that Company Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001), policies and processes are implemented and personnel are adhering to the requirements of the IMS across the organisation.  This is an operational role and will involve partnering with our Business Units to respond to Client HSEQ contractual requirements, completing safety walkdowns and undertaking surveillance of our activities and supply chain. 

Responsibilities:

• Carry out project specific HSEQ audits as directed by the HSEQ Director and IMS Lead and as required by the Business Units and customer requirements.
• Promote a strong HSEQ culture across the business.
• Support the Business Unit during Client audits of project activities.
• Support the Business Units with resolving any non-conformances relating to EHSQ.
• Delivering support and coaching on the use of the management systems.
• Work with the Business Units to maintain and develop processes.
• Deliver regular comms around areas relevant to our activities.
• Support any HSE incidents and/or investigations.
• Monthly reporting – tracking and reporting HSEQ metrics relevant to the Business Units.
• Support with the management and capture of Lessons Learnt.
• Support with bids, responding to HSEQ specific questions.
• Day to day liaison with project teams on all quality, environmental and health and safety related matters.
• Support with external audits of the IMS as required (ISO, Achilles, RISQS).
• Support wider HSEQ team activities as required.

Essential:

• Minimum 2 years experience in a HSEQ role.
• At least one of ISO 45001, ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 Internal Auditor qualifications.
• Tech IOSH.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain the appropriate level of security clearance.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of working in any of the following sectors: Nuclear, Transport Infrastructure, Rail, Construction or Energy services.
• Practitioner of IEMA or working towards.
• ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Internal Auditor qualifications.

**Security clearance**

Whilst we encourage applications from all nationalities, Assystem within the UK are subject to security and export control restrictions due to the nature of work to be undertaken.

These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

• Modifying reinforced concrete or steel structure designs compliant with the ETC-C or other relevant project methodology.
• Checking and coordinating the detailing activities with CAD designers or other engineers in preparation of 3D BIM rebar model and/or 2D drawings of reinforced concrete or steel structures.
• Managing engineering changes in line with company/project procedures and QA process.
• Assessing the response to field changes requests, field information requests or site non-conformance coming from the civil works contractors.
• Liaising with other stakeholders of site engineering team or construction team for clarification on the site request
• Technical review and acceptance of contractor deliverables.
• Site walkdowns and inspection.
• Other duties as required.

• 3-5 years experience working within a design role across civils/ structural engineering projects, ideally within the UK nuclear sector or construction industries.
• Civils, steels or concrete experience is essential.
• Able to gain clearance for work on-site.

• Basic Salary of up to £45,000 DOE
• Hybrid working model
• 26 Days holiday + BH
• Comprehensive pension scheme – 8%

• Providing key 2nd level technical support for technology, service and product teams in response to customer queries and requests.
• Working from the office, home and customer sites throughout the UK when needed.
• Support in the creation of key documentation related to the delivery of key service activities including work instructions, product information, service acceptance criteria, manuals and delivery plans.
• Support the design, service, product and customer relation teams in the development of current products. Collecting and creating new ideas for the use of cutting edge technology to improve current service methods and digital tools.

• Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering qualification. – Ideally multiskilled.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Previous experience working within the technical engineering industry, with prior knowledge of three key water treatment technologies: Ion Exchange, Reverse Osmosis, Continuous Electro-Deionisation
• Able to handle challenging conversations with customers and find a resolution.
• Software/controls engineering experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Competitive Salary of up to £50,000 DOE
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Excellent company benefits.

Role Responsibilities

As the EC&I Supervisor you will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Managing the day to day maintenance activities across the new polymers recycling facility.
• Supervising a shift team of multi-skilled technicians and contractors to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of the team and ensure work is carried out to the standard required.
• Driving and implementing all PPM schedules as well as carrying out maintenance, both preventative and breakdown, on all equipment on the site to reduce operational down time.
• Managing the installations and refurbishments of equipment on-site and supporting initial commissioning services. 
• Take part in Root Cause Analysis activities (RCA) to identify the cause of failures and actions to prevent future failures increasing plant up time
• Communicate shift performance and activities through the shift report and handover process to effectively communicate issues to the management, engineering and production teams
• Maintain the workplace, tools and engineering facilities to prevent hazard and risks in the workplace and to promote effective engineering practices

To be considered for this position you will need to have a recognised Level 3 NVQ/HNC/HND within Electrical Engineering or equivalent with a strong understanding of a variety of controls and instrumentation equipment. 

This is a 4 on 4 off shift pattern including night shifts. Please only apply if this is suitable.

Whats on Offer

• Salary up to £46,000
• Competitive Package
• Opportunity to progress

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading specialists in the Waste and Energy recovery sector. To apply for this position, please contact Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964, emailing your CV to [email protected].