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Site Manager
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Site Manager
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    Maximum Salary (£) depending on experience.

    55000

     

    (Please do not advertise the salary for any of our roles)

     

     

    Site Manager

     

    Home-based with frequent Site visits when required

     

    1 Year Fixed term contract, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours

     

    25 days annual leave (plus UK bank holidays), Company vehicle/car allowance

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    Are you a Site Manager looking to take the next step in your career by joining a successful and rapidly growing global company, who can offer you structured progression opportunities and flexible benefits? Are you passionate about Ecological Transformation and being a part of making a change to the planet?

     

    If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our leading, well respected water technologies company, where you will be responsible for the effective and efficient site management of your assigned project to programme, budget and quality objectives whilst maintaining a ‘zero LTA’ safety record. You will deliver the project site programme to plan and specification whilst maintaining customer satisfaction at all times. At Veolia Water Technologies UK (VWT UK), we are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level!

     

    Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

    • Preparation and implementation of project programmes.

    • Managing subcontractors on site.

    • Prepare working programmes and ensure a detailed, practical commissioning programme is available.

    • Monitor and report on the performance of project team, partners, subcontractor, suppliers, client, consultants against programmes.

    • Ensure risk assessments/method statements are reviewed prior to commencement of any site work.

    • Identify areas of responsibility in matters of contract interface.

    • Interact proactively with other departments and members of the project team within the site team, with head office, with regulatory authorities and the public, between client, partners, Principal Contractor and sub-contractors.

    • Ensure the appropriate levels of resources are engaged at site and develop a balanced and cohesive team.

    • Establish priorities and resolve conflict within the site team.

    • Induct all staff and subcontractors on site as required.

    • Manage site costs including assisting Project Manager/QS in preparing monthly CVR and forecasts.

    • Issue notice to subcontractor to commence work and receive check supply only goods and complete GRN’s.

    • Ensure that Record Vouchers/Technical Query sheets are prepared, signed and forwarded to the QS.

    • Ensure site is properly established and maintained, ensuring safe working at all times on site.

    • Issue permits to work by authorised persons.

    • Nomination, in writing, of appointed/responsible persons to comply with identified hazards and H&S legislation.

    • Provide adequate welfare and first aid facilities.

    • Conduct regular audits with clients and subcontractors to review and discuss H&S matters.

    • Ensure project is executed in accordance with the Quality, Environmental and H&S plan.

    • Implement project specific Quality, Environmental and H&S plans. Regularly review and update the project plans.

    • Ensure close out of site in accordance with the Company Procedures.

     

    General requirements for the role:

    • IOSH qualification or relevant H&S qualification is essential

    • SMSTS Qualified

    • First Aid (3 day at Work) Qualified

    • Experience of site management in a relevant industry is essential

     

    Additionally, having the following is a bonus!

    • Knowledge in Google Suite 

     

    What’s next?

    If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the “Apply” button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

     

    Our promise to you

    We know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you receive a company vehicle or the equivalent car allowance. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave, our market leading pension and share scheme and a range of employee discounts and employee referral bonuses - as we’d like nothing more than to give your family and friends an opportunity too! Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.

     

    Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come!


Feedstock Technician
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Business Development Manager - Chemicals
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Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Oxford – Field based around the South. Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join one of the leaders in process water solutions across the UK. Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be supporting in the development of their water treatment chemicals business, operating across the North, selling water treatment chemical solutions and services to a number of key industrial clients.                        Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the company’s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will include…
  • Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve individual set financial target.
  • Working closely with the marketing teams, developing growth targets and appropriate activities. Tracking, monitoring and measuring marketing and promotional activities.
  • Understanding customer needs, presenting solutions and creation of proposals, with the delivery of added value to the customer central to the offering;
  • Maintaining good knowledge of competitor strategy and activity to identify new areas of business growth; offering insight data to support negotiation and overcome objections.
  • Providing excellent service to the customer ensuring they are kept up to date with all progress.
  • Provide a strong after sales support service to the customer to ensure longevity of the relationship.
  • Attend trade shows and/or industry conferences to network, be a guest speaker or promote the business.
Please note, this role will require travel around the North of the UK and the Scottish boarder.       Skills & Qualifications Candidates should have a background working within the water treatment industry, ideally with some knowledge of selling technical solutions, chemicals or water treatment services to industrial customers. Due to the technical nature of the role, candidates should hold a Science, Environmental or Engineering Degree or be qualified by experience. Sales experience within the market is not critical, although your personal attributes will need to demonstrate that you are someone who will drive the business forward selling water treatment chemical solutions in this market. Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence is essential.     Salary & Package
  • Basic salary up to £50,000
  • Company Vehicle
  • Commission Scheme – Uncapped up to 20%
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.
    How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected]  or call directly on 02392 222 964.     INDREC

Technical Assessor
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Technical Assessor

Chesterfield

Waste Management

Up to £27,000 + Package

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Technical Assessor to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists working within the Hazardous Waste sector across the UK. They are looking for a capable Technical Assessor to join an established team providing technical expertise to ensure waste streams across the business groups are dealt with in a compliant and commercially sound manner.

 

The Job

Working as a Technical Assessor, you will be responsible for…
  • Identify and assign cost effective treatment and processing routes for a variety of hazardous waste streams (both in house and external) to meet waste enquiries.
  • Carry out technical assessment of waste enquiries through characterising and applying accurate classification of the waste and ensuring all waste brought onto site meets current permits, compliance and legislation.
  • Provide technical advice, support and guidance to sites within the organisation and to external customers.
  • Work to current company policies, procedures and legislation.
  • Producing reports as and when required
  • Providing suitable waste routing plans and determining accurate pricing for customer enquiries.
  • Proactively supporting the correct safety culture across all sites.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have a background working within a technical assessment/ support role with some understanding of working within the waste management sector, specifically hazardous waste management.  

 

Candidates should hold a degree level qualification (or equivalent) in Chemistry with a strong ability to understand and interpret analytical data and legislation

 

Demonstrable experience communicating and coordinating with people at all levels of an organisation is also desired as this role will require working with customers, clients and internal personnel.

 

What’s on offer
  • Basic Salary of up to £27,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Electrical Fitter
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Electrical Maintenance Fitter

Waste & Recycling

London- Central

£20.50ph + OT – Early & Late shifts

 

 

Introduction

Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider of Environmental solutions, offering a full range of Waste and Energy Recovery services through a vast and growing network of Plants and Facilities across the country and as such they are looking for an Electrical Maintenance Fitter to join one of their key Waste Transfer Stations in London. Working as their Electrical Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for carrying out key planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across the recycling facility on a wide variety of heavy plant and equipment.

 

What you will be doing

As Electrical Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for:
  • Preventative maintenance (PPMs) and reactive maintenance across heavy industrial plant, attending to breakdowns as needed.
  • Electrical fault-finding, diagnostics, and route cause analysis techniques
  • Working across all processing plant and overhead equipment
  • Maintenance on PLCs, motors, inverter drives, conveyors etc.
  • Testing and inspection
  • Minimising downtime, ensuring plant runs at optimum performance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Be able to deliver all work set to the operational expectations and budgetary requirements
  • Keep records using internal systems and support in the implementation of IMS.
  • Assisting with RAMS, permits to work and safe systems of work
  • Working as part of a shift pattern
  • Other duties as required.

This is rotating shift pattern of early and late shifts, covering Saturdays on a 1 in 4 basis. Please only apply if this is suitable.

What you will need
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
  • 18th Edition
  • Heavy Industrial experience – e.g. processing plant, waste, manufacturing
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams and drawings
  • Pneumatic skills and experience
  • Full UK driving licence
  • This is rotating shift pattern of early and late shifts, covering weekends. Please only apply if this is suitable. 
 

What’s on Offer
  • Competitive hourly rate of £20.50ph + OT rates 
  • Full training on internal systems
  • Opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Waste Management companies

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 222 964 and ask to speak to Megan Balmer who can tell you more.

Apprentice Monitoring Technician
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Job Description                                   Job Title: Apprentice Environmental Monitoring Technician Date: January 2023 Business Unit: HSEQ Site/Function: ENRMF 1 Job Details  
  1. Responsible to:
Landfill Environmental Manager
  1. Responsible for:
Environmental Monitoring at ENRMF
  1. Collaborate with:
Monitoring Team Site Operations Management Apprentice Site Manager HSEQ team 2 Job Summary   Undertaking the environmental monitoring and sampling requirements at the facility as set out by environmental permits.  3 Key Responsibilities  
  • Completion of all monitoring and sampling in accordance with the site’s permits, permissions and associated monitoring action plans
  • Occupational health monitoring in relation to dust, VOC’s, asbestos etc.
  • Calibration of monitoring equipment and the organisation of regular servicing to maintain accuracy of monitoring data
  • Maintenance of environmental monitoring database
  • Compilation of data and summary reporting. Identifying patterns, trends and abnormalities.
  • Completion of monthly reports to line management highlighting issues with monitoring data.
  • Liaising and communicating with others within the group to ensure that the monitoring requirements are completed.
  • To assist with projects as necessary
  • To assist with quarterly returns
  • To assist with other administrational activities which may be required
4 Critical Qualifications  
  • Ideally has a keen interest in a subject such as Geology, Geography, Chemistry or Environmental Science but not essential.
  • Full UK driving license (primarily due to location of site)
5 Critical Knowledge, Skills and Experience  
  • Must be willing to work outside in all weather and have a good grasp of health and safety as the work is undertaken on an active landfill site.
  • Experience of both working within a team and individually.
  • Good organisational and analytical skills.
      1 Job Description                                        
  • Experience of Office based programs / database software
  • Ideally have experience of sampling and dealing with laboratories. Site investigation experience would be an advantage. 
  • Site/construction based experience would be an advantage. 
  6 Competencies – training will be given                                A positive, open culture is embedded within the company that is team oriented and encourages teamwork and collaboration.  Customer Focus – CRITICAL Delivering Results – CRITICAL Communication – CRITICAL Team Working - CRITICAL Self-Development - CRITICAL 7 Core Values and Behaviours – Managers, Supervisors & Frontline Colleagues     Respect Considerate Recognition Caring Being mindful of each others' circumstances   Recognising each others' contributions   Contributing to a safe and compliant working environment Critical Integrity Trustworthy Empowering Responsible Doing what we say we will Critical Appreciating what is required to do the right thing   Understanding and acting on individual responsibilities Critical Teamwork Collaborative Communicative Supportive Actively cooperating with each other Critical Communicating openly with and providing feedback to colleagues where appropriate   Fully contributing to our success   Excellence Challenging Proactive Learning Identifying and sharing new ideas and learning opportunities Critical Actively providing feedback   Be open to and prepared for challenge Critical 8 Summary Performance Measures       Note: This description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job, but an outline of the duties.

Air Hygiene Supervisor
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Description

For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.

Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region

Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. Requirements

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.

You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:

  • Carry out kitchen extract system cleaning and canopy cleans in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Carry out ventilation systems cleaning in accordance with TR19.
  • Installation of access doors into ventilation system in accordance with DW144.
  • Carry out inspection of the Fire dampers in accordance with BS9999
  • Follow a preventative maintenance program as instructed.
  • Maintain personal equipment & chemical stocks inventories.
  • You will also be expected to undertake any other duties associated to the output of the Regional Team as required.

 

Your knowledge

The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

  • Ventilation systems management in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Ventilation cleaning techniques in accordance with TR19
  • Access doors installation in accordance with DW144
Benefits

Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience

What happens next – your career move made simple

1. Apply now to be consider for the role

2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working days

Successful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.

Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.

Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices

Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.


Senior Waste Manager
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  • TERMS: permanent
Senior Waste Manager Hazardous Waste Management Dorset £55,000 - £75,000 + Package DOE     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Senior Waste Manager to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management across the UK as part of their core team, providing technical, managerial and customer service support at their incineration site in Dorset. Working as the Senior Waste Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, securing, and delivering radioactive waste projects whilst using professional, scientific engineering and project management principles.                   Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Senior Waste Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Managing and supporting the Technical Project Management team
  • Head monthly forecasts whilst collaborating with the Financial Business Partner, Operations Manager and SHEQ Manager
  • Working to budgets and costing ensuring projects fall within and adhere to Tradebe’s internal management systems and procedures.
  • Collaborate with other departments such as Sales, Commercial and Operations, developing plans, bids and solutions to ensure client needs are fully understood and met.
  • Contributing development ideas and solutions for Business Strategy to grow the business.
  • To be the main contributor and leader in the development for weekly and monthly financial forecast and budgeting of the forward service delivery work plan
  • Support and approach bidding and managing the delivering of technically complex radioactive waste management contracts from a technically biased perspective.
  • Regularly delivering Team Performance updates to the Head of Service Delivery
  • Assisting the Head of Radioactive with the management of projects and tasks and managing the full cycle of other project management tasks in other teams as and when required
  • Securing and developing resources
  • Carrying out project and technical risk assessments and minimising risks as and when possible
  • Provide technical leadership, advice and guidance to both the project management team and customers.
  • Being the first and main point of contact with senior contacts at different disposal sites such as industrial, nuclear, waste recycling and disposal sites
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A degree or equivalent level in Chemistry, Physics, Radiochemistry or Nuclear Engineering
  • An understanding of Radioactive waste management or decommissioning within the Radioactive/ Waste sector.
  • Experience with working for commercial or regulated industry clients.
  • Project management or Technical Account Management of key clients.
  • Professional qualification/accreditation in Science, Engineering, Project Management or Radiation Protection, e.g. CChem, CEng, APMP, RWA (desirable)
    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive salary of up to £55,000 - £75,000 + annual bonus
  • Potential relocation assistance
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • 6% employer contribution pension
  • 2 year progression plan
    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 07488885429 to speak to Esther Fan who can tell you more.     INDNUC  

Mechanical Technician
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Mechanical Technician

Waste Management

Horsham

Up to £34,000 - £38,000

 

Introduction…

Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join their Mechanical Biological Treatment and Anaerobic Digestion facility in Horsham. You will ideally have experience working in a similar environment, in a relevant sector such as Recycling, Waste Management, Water Treatment etc. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business in a stable and everchanging industry.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as an Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Reactive repairs and maintenance on a range of equipment across the site.
  • Preventative maintenance on all mechanical systems including pumps, motors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
  • Always working to minimise downtime across all equipment site-wide
  • Remaining health and safety focused at all times

 

The shift rota for this position is 4 on 4 off including days and nights. Please only apply if this is suitable.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Level 2 minimum Mechanical qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ 2/NVQ 3)
  • Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, anaerobic digestion etc.)
  • Previous health and safety training/IOSH/NEBOSH desirable

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Up to £34,000 - £38,000
  • Shift pattern of 4 on 4 off, with a mix of days and nights
  • Fantastic pension and holiday allowance
  • Retail and leisure discount scheme
  • Access to all company benefits

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more.

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Site Operative
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Site Operative 

Plastics Recycling Avonmouth Up to £29,900 ( 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)

 

Introduction

We are currently looking for a Site Operative to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists in the UK. Working at their Plastic Recycling Facility in Avonmouth, the Site Operative will be responsible for supporting with the operating, inspecting and maintenance of static and mobile plant on-site. You will be carrying out duties related to the movement, loading and unloading of Plastic Reyclling Materials as well as supporting with site maintenance and general yard activities. 

This role involves working a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

The Role:

Working as a Site Operative, you will be responsible for:

  • Picking, cleaning and supporting site based duties
  • Operating, Inspecting and Maintaining Forklift and Telehandler plant on-site.
  • Carrying out activities to move, sort and segregate waste materials at the waste recycling facility.
  • Loading and unloading of materials for transport to and from the site.
  • Occasional cover at other waste facilities as required.

This role involves working a rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

The Candidate

To be considered you should have experience in the below:

  • Operation of a Forklift in a previous position.
  • Valid plant operation tickets or in-house training is preferred.
  • Experience working in a site-based role.
  • Comfortable working in a waste management/ recycling industry

 

To Apply

To apply for this position, please forward your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected] or call 02392 222 964.