FLT / Waste Operative

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Salary: £15.09ph plus Veolia Benefits

Hours:  40 hours per week

Monday to Thursday from 07.30 until 16:30, 2pm finish on a Friday

Location: BAE Systems, Scotstoun, Glasgow G14 0XN

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.

Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, 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;

• 24 days of annual leave
• Access to our people’s pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service 
• 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
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential 

What will you be doing?

• Operating a fork lift truck
• Collecting waste from various areas of the site in wheelie bins, tipper bins, on trollies and in drums
• Operating compactor, wood crusher, baler - once trained
• Completing daily check sheets and relevant defect sheets
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of waste vehicles
• Segregating and sorting waste streams in the waste yard and storage building
• Collecting, storing and processing, as applicable, non-routine waste 
• Assisting with waste yard duties

What are we looking for?

• Similar operational manual handling experience
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence
• Current driving licence
• Good working knowledge of health & safety

This position is subject to satisfactory security clearance

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.