Business Manager

Salary: Competitive plus performance bonus, company car/car cash allowance, private medical cover, pension and many other Veolia benefits.

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Location: Cardiff

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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

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;

Eligible for an annual performance bonus

25 days of annual leave

Choice of company car or car cash allowance

Access to our company pension scheme

One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community

Ongoing training and development opportunities, allow you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

Be responsible for overseeing various aspects of the site, the waste transfer station operation and satellite operations, including financial management, business development, strategic planning, and team management.

Deliver effective & safe services to maximum operational efficiency, within budget & to VMR standard.

Ensure safety & well-being of all employees and those affected by our operations.

Continuously monitor and evaluate operational performance to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.

Lead and mentor a team of employees, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

Providing clear, transparent & accurate reporting of business performance whilst delivering operational efficiencies through the use of digital media, asset utilisation and cost control.

Be the nominated Transport Manager 2 with overall responsibility for Fleet management.

Develop and manage the site budget, ensuring proper allocation of resources & utilisation of the most efficient disposal and recycling solutions.

Monitor financial performance, analyse financial reports, and identify opportunities for cost optimisation and revenue growth.

Identify potential business opportunities, develop strategic plans, and implement initiatives to expand the customer base.

What we're looking for;

Essential:

IOSH Managing Safely

Level 3 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience

Desirable:

CPC

Level 5 Leadership & Management/Degree or equivalent work experience

Strong understanding of waste management regulations, environmental sustainability, and waste disposal procedures.

WAMITAB Level 4
What's next?

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

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply