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Talent Acquisition Specialist at Veolia UK | Recruiting, Sales

Salary: £44,602.63 per annum, £500 per month car allowance plus annual bonus

Location: Sheffield S4 7ZJ

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:

• Access to our company 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 cost-effective management of the Sheffield Contract while maintaining high customer satisfaction levels and meeting set targets
• Oversee health and safety compliance, including managing policies, procedures, investigations, and training for all employees
• Manage day-to-day fleet operations, including route planning, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with 'O' licence requirements
• Lead and manage a large workforce in a unionised environment, handling recruitment, discipline, grievances, and absence management
• Monitor and manage contract budget, costs, and KPIs through regular reviews and reporting
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, regulatory bodies (HSE, DVSA, Traffic Commissioner, Environment Agency), and attend meetings as the point of contact

What we're looking for:

• Leadership abilities with experience managing teams and maintaining professional relationships with stakeholders
• Health & Safety knowledge with NEBOSH qualification (desirable)
• Transport management knowledge with CPC in National Road Haulage (desirable)

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

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