Shift Team Leader

  • Veolia
  • Shrewsbury, Shropshire
  • Jan 30, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive

Grade: 5.1

Hours: 48 hours per week. 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern including weekends & public holidays

Location: Battlefield Enterprise Park

Vanguard Way

Shrewsbury

Shropshire

SY1 3TG

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 plus bank holidays
  • 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 compliance with all aspects of the site Environmental Permits.
  • Supervise and deploy manpower as appropriate to ensure cost effective, safe and efficient operation of all activities on site.
  • Operate / monitor plant from a Central Control Room.
  • Provide technical supervision and assistance where necessary for company and contract staff engaged in work at the ERF.
  • Provide effective administration and application of Health and Safety policies & use safe systems of work effectively to ensure the safety of all personnel, contractors and visitors at all times.
  • Provide effective training and monitoring of shift staff.
  • Liaise with other company staff as required to provide efficient work scheduling and planning to ensure minimum turnaround times during plant outages.



What we're looking for;

  • Experience gained working in Power Generation or within a Steam raising plant.
  • Experience in leading a team of people in an Engineering background.
  • Possess a strong background in Health & Safety awareness.
  • Have a good understanding of environmental and safety legislation.
  • Previous experience gained working on a shift rota previously.
  • Be able to communicate effectively at all levels and produce clear, concise 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.