Shift Team Leader
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £62,502.46 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 15% annual bonus |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 0AB |
| Company: | Veolia |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR28753_1771342776 |
Summary
Ready to find the right role for you?
Salary: Competitive plus 15% annual bonus and Veolia benefits
Grade: 5.1
Hours: 40 hrs per week on avg, 12hr shifts. Rotating shift pattern (both days and nights) that includes weekends and public holidays.
Location: North Quay Road
Newhaven
East Sussex
BN9 0AB
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 Shift Team Leader 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 - built in to the shift rotational schedule
- 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;
- Ensure full compliance with all aspects of site Environmental Permits and regulatory requirements for Energy Recovery Facility operations
- Operate and monitor Energy Recovery Facility plant systems from Central Control Room, maintaining continuous operational oversight
- Supervise and deploy manpower effectively to ensure cost-effective, safe and efficient operation of all ERF activities on site
- Provide technical supervision and assistance to company and contract staff engaged in operational and maintenance work at the ERF
- Administer and apply Health & Safety policies and safe systems of work to ensure safety of all personnel, contractors and visitors at all times
- Liaise with company staff to provide efficient work scheduling and planning, ensuring minimum turnaround times during plant outages
What we're looking for:
- Proven operational experience in Power Generation or Steam raising plant environments with technical plant knowledge
- Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams in an Engineering background with shift-based operations
- Strong technical background in Health & Safety awareness, including implementation of safe systems of work and permit-to-work procedures
- Comprehensive understanding of environmental and safety legislation applicable to Energy Recovery Facilities and power generation
- Previous experience working rotating shift patterns including days, nights, weekends and public holidays in a continuous operation environment
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively at all levels and produce clear, concise operational and incident reports
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.